New glasses could slow Kids' worsening eyesight
NCT ID NCT06034327
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether special spectacle lenses can slow the progression of myopia (nearsightedness) in children aged 6 to 8. About 150 kids will wear either the test lenses or regular lenses for up to 3 years. Researchers will measure changes in eye focus and eye length to see if the lenses help control myopia.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- special spectacle lenses designed to slow myopia progression
- What this could lead to
- If successful, these lenses could offer a simple, non-invasive way to slow worsening nearsightedness in young children, reducing the need for stronger prescriptions.
- What could go wrong
- This is a mid-stage trial with only 150 children, and results are based on 12-month predictions for 3-year effects. The lenses may not work for all children or may have limited long-term benefit.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
As listed by the trial registrant
The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.
Contacts and locations
Locations
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Advanced Eyecare PC
RECRUITINGRaytown, Missouri, 64133, United States
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Athens Eye Care
RECRUITINGAthens, Ohio, 45701, United States
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Bellaire Family Eye Care
RECRUITINGBellaire, Texas, 77401, United States
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Elsa Pao, OD
RECRUITINGOakland, California, 94607, United States
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Ilinois College of Optometry
RECRUITINGChicago, Illinois, 60616, United States
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Kannarr Eye Care
RECRUITINGPittsburg, Kansas, 66762, United States
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Marietta Eye Clinic
RECRUITINGMarietta, Georgia, 30060, United States
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New England College of Optometry
RECRUITINGBoston, Massachusetts, 02115, United States
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Omega Vision Center
RECRUITINGLongwood, Florida, 32779, United States
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Pacific Rims Optometry
RECRUITINGSan Francisco, California, 94127, United States
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Paje Optometric
RECRUITINGSanta Ana, California, 92704, United States
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Procare Vision Centers, Inc.
RECRUITINGGranville, Ohio, 43023, United States
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Scripps Poway Eyecare
RECRUITINGSan Diego, California, 92131, United States
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Texas State Optical - Dowlen
RECRUITINGBeaumont, Texas, 77706, United States
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