Special glasses may slow worsening nearsightedness in kids

NCT ID NCT00320593

Completed Disease control Sponsor: Jaeb Center for Health Research Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jul 09, 2026 · Last updated Jul 10, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether progressive addition lenses (PALs), like bifocals without a visible line, can slow the progression of low myopia (nearsightedness) in children who have certain focusing traits. About 118 children with low myopia and specific vision characteristics were randomly assigned to wear either PALs or standard single vision lenses for three years. The goal is to see if the special lenses reduce how much their eyesight worsens over time.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: Progressive addition lenses (PALs) with a +2.00 D addition
What this could lead to: If effective, these special glasses could offer a simple, non-invasive way to slow worsening nearsightedness in children, potentially reducing the need for stronger prescriptions later.
What could go wrong: This is a Phase 3 trial, but results may not apply to all children with myopia. The benefit, if any, might be small, and the special lenses are more expensive than standard glasses.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

myopia refractive error

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

MYOPIA

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Locations

Family Eye Group

Lancaster, Pennsylvania, 17601, United States
Indiana School of Optometry

Bloomington, Indiana, 47405, United States
New England College of Optometry

Boston, Massachusetts, 02215-3468, United States
Ohio State University College of Optometry

Columbus, Ohio, 43210-1280, United States
Pennsylvania College of Optometry

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19141, United States
Southern California College of Optometry

Fullerton, California, 92831-1699, United States
University of Alabama- Birmingham, School of Optometry

Birmingham, Alabama, 35294, United States
University of Houston College of Optometry

Houston, Texas, 77204-2020, United States

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