Eye exercises at home may help control wandering eyes when looking far away
NCT ID NCT07642687
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This trial tests a 12-week home-based eye training program for children and young adults aged 6 to 25 with intermittent exotropia, a condition where one eye periodically turns outward. The training uses a computer or tablet game with 3D glasses to strengthen near vision control, with the goal of improving eye alignment when looking at distant objects. Some participants wear special reading glasses during training to mimic distance viewing. The study also checks if any improvements last after training stops.
What this could mean
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Active substance
home-based near vergence training program
What this could lead to
If effective, this training could offer a non-surgical, at-home way to improve distance eye control in people with intermittent exotropia.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-phase trial with 42 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The training requires daily commitment, and benefits may not last after stopping.
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The Optometry Clinic, The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
RECRUITINGHong Kong, Hong Kong
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