Eye exercises after surgery may help keep eyes aligned

NCT ID NCT06543212

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether eye exercises after strabismus (crossed eyes) surgery help maintain eye alignment and control over time. Forty children aged 5 to 15 who had surgery and completed a 3-month exercise program were followed. Researchers measured eye deviation and control using standard tests to see if improvements lasted.

What this could mean

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

Active substance

physiotherapy exercises

What this could lead to

If successful, this could show that simple eye exercises help maintain eye alignment and control after strabismus surgery, reducing the need for further treatment.

What could go wrong

This is a small, completed study with only 40 participants and no comparison group. Results may not apply to all types of strabismus or ages.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

intermittent squint strabismus

As listed by the trial registrant

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

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Cairo University

    Giza, Giza Governorate, 12613, Egypt