๐Ÿ›๏ธ Verified NIH Record โ€ข Updated 2025-12-08

Pilot Study of Neurofeedback for Photosensitivity in Mild Traumatic Brain Injury (NCT06109909)

A Novel Neurofeedback Intervention for Photosensitivity in Mild Traumatic Brain Injury

๐ŸŸข Recruiting Observational / Diagnostic โš™๏ธ Medical Device Protocol Sponsor: VA Office of Research and Development

๐Ÿฉบ Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)

The goal of this study is to complete a pilot study testing the feasibility and acceptability of low-intensity pulse-based transcranial stimulation (LIP-tES) neurofeedback intervention for reducing photosensitivity symptoms in Veterans with a history of mild traumatic brain injury (mTBI). The study will also complete resting-state MRI scans to assess neurophysiological markers of photosensitivity and changes associated with LIP-tES intervention.

Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.

Location: VA Boston Healthcare System Jamaica Plain Campus, Jamaica Plain, MA โ€” Boston, Massachusetts

Age range: 18 Years to 65 Years

๐Ÿ“‹ "Do I Qualify?" โ€” 1-Minute Self Screener

Instant Checklist

Full eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria โ†—

๐Ÿ“ All Participating Trial Locations (1 Sites)

  • VA Boston Healthcare System Jamaica Plain Campus, Jamaica Plain, MA โ€” Boston, Massachusetts

๐Ÿ“ž Contact the Study Coordinator

Phone: (857) 364-4362

Email: Francesca.Fortenbaugh@va.gov

Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.

๐Ÿ’ฐ Cost, Insurance & Patient Rights

  • 100% Free Items: The investigational treatment and protocol-required procedures are supplied at zero cost by the sponsor.
  • Routine Patient Care: Under federal law (ACA ยง 2709) and many state statutes, routine care costs are covered during participation.
  • Voluntary Participation: You may withdraw at any time without affecting your standard medical care.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Participate

  1. Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
  2. Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
  3. Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
  4. Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.
๐Ÿ›๏ธ View Official NIH Record โ†—