Optimizing Patient's Comfort During Scleral Indentation (NCT06683209)
Comparison of Scleral Indentation Instruments and Impact on Patient Comfort
🩺 Plain-English Summary (8th-Grade Level)
The scleral depression exam is an important routine technique for evaluating the retinal periphery for various reasons. During this examination, an instrument is used to bring the anterior part of the retina into the physician's field of view. The downside of this technique is the discomfort it may cause the patient. Different instruments can be used to depress the sclera. The objective of this research is to compare three commonly used scleral depressors based on their performance for the ophthalmologist and the discomfort they subjectively induce in patients. Patients will be randomly allocated to one of three examination groups: Group A: One eye examined with the Schocket scleral depressor, the other eye with the Josephberg-Besser scleral depressor. Group B: One eye examined with the Schocket scleral depressor, the other eye with the cotton-tip applicator. Group C: One eye examined with the cotton-tip applicator, the other eye with the Josephberg-Besser scleral depressor.
Who can join: Review the eligibility criteria below.
Location: Alberta Retina Consultant — Edmonton, Alberta
Age range: 18 Years to 100 Years
🧪 Interventions in This Study
- Schocket scleral depressor (DIAGNOSTIC_TEST)
- Josephberg-Besser (DIAGNOSTIC_TEST)
- Cotton tip applicator (DIAGNOSTIC_TEST)
📋 "Do I Qualify?" — 1-Minute Self Screener
Instant ChecklistFull eligibility criteria are available on the official NIH protocol. View the criteria ↗
📍 All Participating Trial Locations (2 Sites)
- Alberta Retina Consultant — Edmonton, Alberta
- Sunnybrook Hospital — Toronto, Ontario
📞 Contact the Study Coordinator
Phone: (780) 448-1801
Email: mcarrie2@ualberta.ca
Coordinator details come directly from the registered NIH protocol. Confirm the study is still recruiting before traveling.
💰 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 § 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.
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💡 How to Participate
- Check the checklist above to see if you may qualify.
- Contact the study coordinator using the phone/email above.
- Ask about the visit schedule, what is covered at no cost, and any travel support.
- Confirm with your own doctor before making a decision.