Exercise as medicine: High-Intensity training may slow glaucoma damage
NCT ID NCT06058598
First seen Jan 05, 2026 · Last updated May 29, 2026 · Updated 23 times
Summary
This study explores whether high-intensity interval training can improve blood flow in the eyes and slow glaucoma progression. About 168 adults with open-angle glaucoma will be randomly assigned to either a supervised exercise program or standard care with lifestyle advice. The goal is to see if exercise therapy can become a safe, drug-free way to manage the disease and improve quality of life.
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University of Basel, Department of Sport, Exercise & Health
Basel, 4052, Switzerland
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