Gaze Stabilization vs Oculomotor Exercises on Cybersickness in Computer Users (GAZE-CS)
2026年5月23日 更新者：Dr. Marium Zafar、University of Faisalabad
Effectiveness of Gaze Stabilization Exercises Versus Oculomotor Exercises on Cybersickness in Computer Users: A Randomized Clinical Trial
Many people who use computers for long hours experience "cybersickness" (dizziness, nausea, blurred vision) because their eyes see movement on the screen but their body feels still.
This study aims to see which type of eye and head exercises works best to fix this.
We will compare Gaze Stabilization Exercises (head movements) against Oculomotor Exercises (eye movements).
Forty-six computer users will perform these exercises for 4 weeks.
We will measure their dizziness, vision, and quality of life before, during, and after the treatment.
調査の概要
詳細な説明
This is a single-blinded, randomized clinical trial. Participants (n=46) will be recruited from The University of Faisalabad. Inclusion criteria include screen time >6 hours/day, computer usage for at least 10 years, and a Simulator Sickness Questionnaire (SSQ) score between 20 and 40.
Group A (Intervention): Gaze Stabilization Exercises. Week 1: View X1 exercises. Week 2: View X2 exercises. Week 3: Gaze shift exercises. Week 4: Imaginary Target exercises. (3 sessions/week, 1 minute per exercise, 3 times each).
Group B (Active Comparator): Oculomotor Exercises. Week 1: Range exercises. Week 2: Saccadic exercises. Week 3: Pursuit exercises. Week 4: Vergence exercises. (3 sessions/week, 1 minute per exercise, 3 times each).
Outcomes: The primary outcome is the change in Dynamic Visual Acuity (LogMAR scale) and Cybersickness (SSQ score). The secondary outcome is Quality of Life (SF-36 questionnaire). Measurements will be taken at baseline, Week 2, and Week 4. Data will be analyzed using SPSS version 20.
研究の種類
介入
入学 (実際)
46
段階
- 適用できない
連絡先と場所
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研究場所
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Punjab Province
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Faisalābad、Punjab Province、パキスタン、3800
- The University of Faisalabad
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参加基準
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適格基準
就学可能な年齢
- 大人
健康ボランティアの受け入れ
いいえ
説明
Inclusion Criteria:
- Screen time > 6 hours per day
- Computer usage history of at least 10 years
- Complaints of vertigo, blurred vision, and nausea during computer usage
- Positive Romberg's test
- Abnormal VOR (4-6 lines lost on LogMAR scale)
- SSQ score between 20 and 40
Exclusion Criteria:
- Diagnosed vestibular disorders (e.g., BPPV, Meniere's)
- History of falls in the past 6 months
- Pregnancy
- Any neurological or neurodegenerative disease
- Use of walking aids
- Severe visual impairments (worse than 6/12 on Snellen)
研究計画
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研究はどのように設計されていますか？
デザインの詳細
- 主な目的：処理
- 割り当て：ランダム化
- 介入モデル：並列代入
- マスキング：ダブル
武器と介入
参加者グループ / アーム |
介入・治療 |
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実験的：Gaze Stabilization Exercises
Participants in this arm will receive Gaze Stabilization Exercises (GSE) for 4 weeks, 3 sessions per week.
The protocol includes View X1, View X2, Gaze Shift, and Imaginary Target exercises.
Each exercise is performed for 1 minute, repeated 3 times per session.
Exercises target the vestibulo-ocular reflex (VOR) by coordinating head and eye movements to reduce sensory conflict.
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Week 1 - View X1: Patient sits upright.
Target held at eye level 1 meter away.
Patient turns head horizontally (left/right) or vertically (up/down) while keeping eyes fixed on target.
Speed: slow (1Hz).
Duration: 1 minute.
Repetitions: 3 times per direction.
Week 2 - View X2: Same as View X1 but head movement speed increased to 2Hz.
Week 3 - Gaze Shift: Two targets placed 30 cm apart horizontally or vertically.
Patient rotates head to face Target 1, then shifts gaze to Target 2 while continuing head rotation toward Target 2. Duration: 1 minute.
Repetitions: 3 times.
Week 4 - Imaginary Target: Patient fixates on a target (e.g., a sticker on wall).
Closes eyes.
Rotates head 30-45 degrees away from target.
While eyes closed, patient imagines still looking at target.
Opens eyes and checks if fixation is accurate.
Duration: 1 minute.
Repetitions: 3 times per direction.
All exercises are performed under supervision for the first 3 sessions, then home-based with weekly follow-up calls.
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アクティブコンパレータ：Oculomotor Exercises Group
Participants in this arm will receive Oculomotor Exercises for 4 weeks, 3 sessions per week.
The protocol includes Range, Saccadic, Pursuit, and Vergence exercises.
Each exercise is performed for 1 minute, repeated 3 times per session.
Exercises target isolated eye movements without head motion to improve oculomotor control and reduce visual strain.
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Week 1 - Range Oculomotor Exercises: Eyes closed.
Patient moves eyes slowly in horizontal (left-right), vertical (up-down), diagonal (top-left to bottom-right), and rotational (clockwise/counterclockwise) directions.
Duration: 1 minute per direction.
Repetitions: 3 times.
Week 2 - Saccadic Exercises: Two stationary targets (e.g., two fingers) held 30 cm apart at eye level.
Patient rapidly shifts gaze between targets without moving head.
Duration: 1 minute.
Repetitions: 3 times.
Week 3 - Pursuit Exercises: A single target (e.g., pen) is moved slowly horizontally and vertically.
Patient follows target smoothly with eyes only (head still).
Speed: approx 20 degrees/second.
Duration: 1 minute per direction.
Repetitions: 3 times.
Week 4 - Vergence Exercises: Target (e.g., pen) starts at 50 cm from patient's nose.
Patient focuses on target as it is slowly moved toward nose to 5 cm (convergence), then back to 50 cm (divergence).
Duration: 1 minute.
Repetitions: 3 times under supervision.
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この研究は何を測定していますか？
主要な結果の測定
結果測定 |
メジャーの説明 |
時間枠 |
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Change in Vestibulo-Ocular Reflex (VOR) Function
時間枠：Baseline (Week 0), Week 2, Week 4
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Measured by Dynamic Visual Acuity (DVA) test using a LogMAR chart.
Patient reads smallest line possible while head is stationary (static VA).
Then patient rotates head horizontally at 2Hz while reading.
Number of lines lost between static and dynamic conditions is recorded.
Normal VOR: 1-2 lines lost.
Abnormal: 4-6 lines lost.
Higher lines lost = worse VOR function.
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Baseline (Week 0), Week 2, Week 4
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Change in Cybersickness Severity
時間枠：Baseline (Week 0), Week 2, Week 4
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Measured by the Simulator Sickness Questionnaire (SSQ).
Contains 16 symptoms rated 0-3 (0=not at all, 3=severe).
Total score range 0-48.
Subscales: Nausea (symptoms 1,2,6,7,8,9,14,15), Oculomotor (3,4,5,10,11,12,13), and Disorientation (5,10,11,12,13,14,15).
Higher score = worse cybersickness.
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Baseline (Week 0), Week 2, Week 4
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二次結果の測定
結果測定 |
メジャーの説明 |
時間枠 |
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Change in Quality of Life
時間枠：Baseline (Week 0), Week 4
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Measured by the Short Form-36 (SF-36) Health Survey.
Contains 36 items measuring 8 domains: Physical Functioning, Role Physical, Bodily Pain, General Health, Vitality, Social Functioning, Role Emotional, Mental Health.
Scores transformed to 0-100 scale per domain.
Higher score = better quality of life.
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Baseline (Week 0), Week 4
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主要日程の研究
研究開始 (実際)
2026年1月1日
一次修了 (実際)
2026年5月10日
研究の完了 (推定)
2026年5月22日
試験登録日
最初に提出
2026年5月23日
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2026年5月23日
最初の投稿 (実際)
2026年6月1日
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投稿された最後の更新 (実際)
2026年6月1日
QC基準を満たした最後の更新が送信されました
2026年5月23日
最終確認日
2026年5月1日
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