RecruitingNot ApplicableNCT05244564

Computer Monitor vs Augmented Reality 3MDR for PTSD PTSD: A Randomized Controlled Trial

Computer Monitor Versus Augmented Reality: Expanding 3MDR Therapy for PTSD

Sponsor

Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences

Enrollment

60 participants

Start Date

Apr 30, 2023

Study Type

INTERVENTIONAL

Conditions

Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic

Summary

This is a prospective randomized controlled trial comparing two ways of delivering Motion-assisted, Multi-modular Memory Desensitization and Reconsolidation (3MDR) therapy for posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The study seeks 60 volunteers who have PTSD and are eligible for care in the Department of Defense healthcare system. There will be 10-14 therapy sessions that are 60-90 minutes long, about once a week, and symptoms will be assessed before and after the therapy as well as 3 and 6 months after completing therapy. 3MDR asks you to choose pictures and music that are integrated into a virtual reality environment. You will be walking on a treadmill throughout each therapy session, while the therapist stands next to the treadmill and asks you questions about the pictures you chose.

Eligibility

Min Age: 18 Years

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study compares two ways of delivering a specialized PTSD treatment called 3MDR (a combination of eye movement therapy and walking on a treadmill while viewing trauma-related images): using a standard computer monitor versus using augmented reality (AR) goggles. The goal is to see if AR enhances the treatment's effectiveness. **You may be eligible if...** - You are a service member, veteran, retiree, or eligible dependent (age 18 or older) - You have been diagnosed with PTSD confirmed by a clinical interview (CAPS-5) - You can walk on a treadmill at a normal pace for up to 90 minutes **You may NOT be eligible if...** - You have a history of epilepsy or seizure disorder (other than childhood febrile seizures) - You have a history of psychotic disorder or bipolar disorder, or you have active thoughts of harming yourself or others - You have been regularly using benzodiazepine medications in the past 30 days Talk to your doctor to see if this trial is right for you.

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Interventions

OTHERMotion-assisted, Multi-modular Memory Desensitization and Reconsolidation (3MDR)

"Walk and talk" therapy, walking on a treadmill while talking with a therapist about self-chosen pictures representative of one's trauma; 3MDR also includes some features of virtual reality exposure therapy (VRET) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.

Locations(1)

Uniformed Services University

Bethesda, Maryland, United States

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