Virtual Reality Helmet to Test for Problems With Memory

Display Enhanced TEsting for Cognitive Impairment and Traumatic Brain Injury

Status

Completed

Phases

Unknown

Study type

Observational

Source

ClinicalTrials.gov

Registry ID

NCT00454454

Acronym

DETECT

Enrollment

425

Registered

2007-03-30

Start date

2007-03-31

Completion date

2010-07-31

Last updated

2013-07-30

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Conditions

Memory

Keywords

memory, display enhanced testing

Brief summary

The purpose of this research study is to compare a virtual reality display device with the standard neuropsychological evaluation for detecting mild cognitive impairment (problems with memory, concentration, reaction time, etc.).

Detailed description

Since many individuals with mild cognitive impairment (MCI) appear to function normally, MCI may often be recognizable through testing in advance of any changes noticed by family members or caregivers. Early and frequent testing can therefore trigger an earlier diagnosis, which may increase the effectiveness of currently available medications used to delay onset of Alzheimer's symptoms. Primary care and geriatric physicians currently lack the necessary tools required for quick and accurate MCI screening in the doctor's office environment. The current industry-standard is a battery of pen & paper neuropsychological tests that require 1.5 hours in a quiet room with a neuropsychologist. Comparison: virtual reality display device compared to the standard neuropsychological evaluation for detecting mild cognitive impairment (problems with memory, concentration, reaction time, etc.).

Interventions

None listed

Study design

Observational model

COHORT

Time perspective

PROSPECTIVE

Eligibility

Sex/Gender

ALL

Age

65 Years to No maximum

Healthy volunteers

Inclusion criteria

* 65 yrs of age and older * MMSE of 18 or greater or mini-cog of 4 or greater * Ability to read * Informed consent given

Exclusion criteria

* Visual, hearing or physical impairment that would limit ability to use the virtual reality helmet or control device * Non-English speaking

Countries

United States

Outcome results