Clinical Trials
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The current trials CCLIM is participating in are listed below
At CCLIM, we believe that pursuing improved treatment outcomes and technology advancement is very important.
For this reason, we have made a consistent effort to be involved and offer treatment options that are currently in clinical trials or FDA approval process when appropriate.
If you would consider participating in one of the below clinical trials, you can schedule a free screening visit or call 952-333-4245 and discuss with the clinic's Study Coordinator.
Soft Lens for Myopia Control
*Currently Enrolling*
Ask us about a clinical trial for an FDA-approved contact lens designed to slow the progression of myopia in children ages 8-12 years.
Participants must be interested in building-up to wear soft daily disposable contact lenses at least 6 days/week 10 hours/day.
Compensation up to $1,000 for completing all study visits.
Children in the study will receive eye exams and contact lenses at no cost while participating in the study.
Innovative New Scleral Lens Design
Enrollment Closed
Struggling with the fit of your contact lenses? Have you tried a custom option in the past that didn’t work for you?
The Delta Scleral Lens is a hyper customizable design that is intended to fit eyes that have struggled with contact lens wear in the past no matter the level of complexity.
Schedule a consultation or fitting if you’d like to learn more about the newest technological advancements in the world of contact lenses.
Premium Scleral Lens Optics
Enrollment Closed
If you experience halos, glare, double vision, streaking or distortions in your vision we may be able to help by utilizing a new technology emerging onto the market.
Higher Order Aberration scleral lenses are on the forefront of advancements in scleral lens optics.
Reach out to our clinical team if you are interested in upgraded optics in scleral lenses.
Orthokeratology Study
Enrollment Closed
This study will evaluate an orthokeratology contact lens that is worn overnight to temporarily correct myopia.
Lenses are provided. 7 visits over approximately 4 months. For persons ages 8-16, you will also be asked to participate in two additional visit for a total of 9 visits over approximately 12 months
Contact Lens Irritation
Enrollment Closed
Blepharitis is a common condition that can cause eyelid inflammation as well as red, itchy or swollen eyes.
Dr. Holland of Cornea and Contact Lens Institute of Minnesota is working hard to find treatment options for soft contact lens wearers with blepharitis.
Dr. Holland’s team is conducting a new research study to evaluate how effective the study treatment is at relieving symptoms associated with blepharitis in soft contact lens wearers.
Epithelium On Collagen Corneal Crosslinking
Enrollment Closed
You may be eligible to take part in this research study if you have been diagnosed with progressive keratoconus, a condition in which the cornea (clear front part of the eye) thins and becomes cone-shaped, causing visual problems.
This research study is looking at an investigational new cross-linking treatment for slowing the progression of keratoconus. “Investigational” means it has not been approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
More to come . . .