Extension of EMDR vs. PC For Motor Vehicle Accident Trauma (NCT03271411) | Clinical Trial Compass
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Extension of EMDR vs. PC For Motor Vehicle Accident Trauma
United States20 participantsStarted 2017-08-30
Plain-language summary
This is an extension of a randomized clinical trial comparing eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) to progressive counting (PC) for volunteers from the community who are distressed by the memory of a motor vehicle accident. The purpose of this extension is to add Phil Manfield's recently developed Flash technique as a precursor to both EMDR and PC, to see a) if that has any impact on participant retention, treatment effectiveness, or treatment efficiency; and b) if such impact is equivalent with EMDR and PC.
Who can participate
Age range
18 Years
Sex
ALL
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AI-rewrites the medical criteria so a patient or caregiver can understand them. Always confirm with the trial site.
Inclusion Criteria:
* adult reporting distress related to motor vehicle accident-related trauma
* English-speaking
Exclusion Criteria:
* already in therapy in which the memory of interest is being actively addressed with a structured/focused trauma resolution method
* any obvious/urgent need for more comprehensive psychotherapy (based on initial screening interview)
* any indication of instability during interactions prior to the therapy session
* an average score on the Dissociative Experiences Scale of 30 or greater, if (as per follow-up questions) indicating a likely dissociative disorder
Questions worth asking your doctor
Bring these to your next appointment. They're a starting point for a shared conversation — not a sign you qualify or a recommendation to enrol.
1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
Generated to help you prepare — always confirm anything about your own eligibility and care with the study team and your doctor.
Questions for the trial coordinator
The trial coordinator is the person who runs the study day to day. These cover the practical side — logistics, costs, and what taking part would actually mean for your life. The study team confirms whether you meet the criteria; these are questions to ask, not a sign you qualify.
1What does taking part actually involve week to week — how many visits, where, and how long does each one take?
2What costs are covered by the study, and what might I have to pay for myself, including travel, parking, or time off work?
3What happens during screening, and what happens if the study team confirms I don't meet the criteria after those tests?
4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
A starting point for the conversation — always confirm anything about your own eligibility, costs, and care with the study team and your doctor.
What they're measuring
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Change in SUDS following treatment
Timeframe: Administered pre-treatment, two weeks post-treatment, and 12 weeks post-treatment
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Change in PRS following treatment
Timeframe: Administered pre-treatment, two weeks post-treatment, and 12 weeks post-treatment
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Change in PDS following treatment
Timeframe: Administered pre-treatment, two weeks post-treatment, and 12 weeks post-treatment