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CTRI Number  CTRI/2026/02/104496 [Registered on: 23/02/2026] Trial Registered Prospectively
Last Modified On: 21/02/2026
Post Graduate Thesis  Yes 
Type of Trial  Interventional 
Type of Study   Physiotherapy (Not Including YOGA) 
Study Design  Randomized, Parallel Group Trial 
Public Title of Study   EFFECTIVENESS of GAZE STABILITY EXERCISES( GSEs) ON THE VESTIBULAR SYSTEM IN MYOPIC POPULATION using parameters oVEMP,DVA,SVA and Balance. 
Scientific Title of Study   Effectiveness of Gaze stability exercises( GSEs) on vestibular system in myopic Population. 
Trial Acronym  NIL 
Secondary IDs if Any  
Secondary ID  Identifier 
NIL  NIL 
 
Details of Principal Investigator or overall Trial Coordinator (multi-center study)  
Name  Komal Yadav 
Designation  MASTERS STUDENT 
Affiliation  SGT UNIVERSITY 
Address  Room no.417, Department of physiotherapy, B-block SGT University, Gurugram, Haryana-122505

Gurgaon
HARYANA
1220505
India 
Phone  9971146392  
Fax    
Email  komalyadav.11230@gmail.com  
 
Details of Contact Person
Scientific Query  
Name  DR. Aarti Gupta 
Designation  Assistant Professor 
Affiliation  SGT UNIVERSITY  
Address  Room no-407,4th floor, B-Block, Department of Physiotherapy, SGT UNIVERSITY, Gurugram, Haryana-122505

Gurgaon
HARYANA
122505
India 
Phone  9958995444  
Fax    
Email  aarti_fphy@sgtuniversity.org  
 
Details of Contact Person
Public Query  
Name  DR. Saurabh Kumar 
Designation  Head Of Dept.( Neurophysiotherapy) 
Affiliation  SGT UNIVERSITY  
Address  Room no-407,4th floor, B-Block, Department of Physiotherapy, SGT University, Gurugram, Haryana-122505

Gurgaon
HARYANA
122505
India 
Phone  9023245955  
Fax    
Email  saurabh_fphy@sgtuniversity.org  
 
Source of Monetary or Material Support  
nil 
 
Primary Sponsor  
Name  Komal 
Address  Room NO. 417, Department of Physiotherapy, SGT University, Gurugram, Haryana-122505  
Type of Sponsor  Other [SELF] 
 
Details of Secondary Sponsor  
Name  Address 
NIL  NIL 
 
Countries of Recruitment     India  
Sites of Study  
No of Sites = 1  
Name of Principal Investigator  Name of Site  Site Address  Phone/Fax/Email 
komal  SGT Hospital  Room No. 40 Department of Physiotherapy and Room no.412 Department of Audiology and Speech Disorders.
Gurgaon
HARYANA 		 09971146392

komalyadav.11230@gmail.com 
 
Details of Ethics Committee  
No of Ethics Committees= 1  
Name of Committee  Approval Status 
INSTITUTIONAL ETHICAL COMMITTEE  Approved 
 
Regulatory Clearance Status from DCGI  
Status 
Not Applicable 
 
Health Condition / Problems Studied  
Health Type  Condition 
Healthy Human Volunteers  myopia 
 
Intervention / Comparator Agent  
Type  Name  Details 
Comparator Agent  ergonomics  screentime, screen-to-eye distance, and no use of the screen while moving.  
Intervention  GAZE STABILITY EXERCISES(GSEs)  The intervention comprises a structured 6-week gaze stability exercise (GSE) program designed to enhance vestibulo-ocular reflex (VOR) function and visual-vestibular integration in individuals with myopia. The protocol includes progressive VOR X1 and X2 exercises, saccadic and smooth pursuit eye movements, accommodation and vergence training, habituation exercises, and balance tasks with gaze fixation. Exercises are performed twice daily, five days per week, with gradual progression in speed, background complexity, postural demand, and dual-tasking to facilitate vestibular adaptation and neural plasticity. The intervention targets improvement in VOR gain, dynamic and static visual acuity, accommodative function, postural stability, and functional performance in activities of daily living. 
 
Inclusion Criteria  
Age From  18.00 Year(s)
Age To  40.00 Year(s)
Gender  Both 
Details  • Adults (both males and females) aged 18–40 years.
• Diagnosed with moderate to high myopia (-3.00 D or greater) and must use corrective spectacles or contact lenses since 5 yrs 8 hrs /day.
• No history of vestibular disorders, neurological conditions, or balance-related issues.
• No prior participation in vestibular rehabilitation therapy.
• Ability to follow instructions and perform the exercises.
 
 
ExclusionCriteria 
Details  • Individuals with a history of eye surgeries (e.g., LASIK, cataract surgery).
• Use of medications affecting vestibular function (e.g., sedatives, antidepressants).
• Known inner ear pathologies (e.g., Meniere’s disease, labyrinthitis).
• Severe systemic conditions affecting mobility (e.g., musculoskeletal disorders).
• Presence of any congenital eye anomalies like aniridia, coloboma.
 
 
Method of Generating Random Sequence   Coin toss, Lottery, toss of dice, shuffling cards etc 
Method of Concealment   Alternation 
Blinding/Masking   Participant Blinded 
Primary Outcome  
Outcome  TimePoints 
n1-p1 latency, DVA, SVA,Balance and postural stability  6 Weeks 
 
Secondary Outcome  
Outcome  TimePoints 
nil  nil 
 
Target Sample Size   Total Sample Size="40"
Sample Size from India="36" 
Final Enrollment numbers achieved (Total)= "Applicable only for Completed/Terminated trials"
Final Enrollment numbers achieved (India)="Applicable only for Completed/Terminated trials" 
Phase of Trial   N/A 
Date of First Enrollment (India)   05/03/2026 
Date of Study Completion (India) Applicable only for Completed/Terminated trials 
Date of First Enrollment (Global)  Date Missing 
Date of Study Completion (Global) Applicable only for Completed/Terminated trials 
Estimated Duration of Trial   Years="0"
Months="8"
Days="30" 
Recruitment Status of Trial (Global)   Other (Terminated) 
Recruitment Status of Trial (India)  Not Yet Recruiting 
Publication Details   N/A 
Individual Participant Data (IPD) Sharing Statement

Will individual participant data (IPD) be shared publicly (including data dictionaries)?  

Response - NO
Brief Summary   The vestibular system plays a crucial role in maintaining balance, postural control, and gaze stability through its interaction with the visual and proprioceptive systems. Gaze stabilization is primarily mediated by the vestibulo-ocular reflex (VOR), which enables clear vision during head movements. Alterations in visual input, such as those seen in individuals with myopia, may influence vestibular function and visual–vestibular integration, potentially leading to reduced dynamic visual acuity, postural instability, and impaired functional performance. Prolonged use of optical correction in myopia has been suggested to induce adaptive changes in retinal image motion, which may affect vestibular responses and gaze control.
Gaze Stability Exercises (GSEs) are a key component of vestibular rehabilitation and are designed to enhance VOR adaptation, improve eye–head coordination, and optimize visual–vestibular interaction. Although GSEs have demonstrated effectiveness in individuals with vestibular hypofunction, limited evidence exists regarding their impact on vestibular function and visual performance in the myopic population.
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of a structured gaze stability exercise program on vestibular function in individuals with moderate to high myopia. Using an experimental pre-test–post-test control group design, eligible participants aged 18–40 years will be randomly allocated into an experimental group receiving gaze stability exercises along with ergonomic advice, and a control group receiving ergonomic advice alone. The intervention will be administered over a period of six weeks.
Outcome measures will include vestibulo-ocular reflex gain, static and dynamic visual acuity, accommodative power and range, and functional outcomes related to activities of daily living. Pre- and post-intervention assessments will be conducted to determine the effectiveness of the intervention. The findings of this study are expected to provide evidence on the role of gaze stability exercises in improving visual–vestibular function and functional performance in individuals with myopia, thereby contributing to the development of targeted rehabilitation strategies for this population.
 
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