Could special contact lenses put the brakes on childhood nearsightedness?
NCT ID NCT06598423
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether wearing specialized soft contact lenses for short periods each day can slow the progression of nearsightedness (myopia) in children. Eighty kids who already wear contacts will use one of two lens types daily for a year. Researchers will measure changes in their vision and eye length to see if the lenses help control myopia.
What this could mean
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Active substance
specialized soft contact lenses with different spectral profiles
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, non-drug way to slow worsening nearsightedness in children, potentially reducing the need for stronger glasses later.
What could go wrong
This is a small pilot study with no placebo group, so results may not be conclusive. The lenses must be worn daily for at least 10 hours, and some children may find them uncomfortable or develop eye irritation.
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University of Alabama at Birmingham School of Optometry
RECRUITINGBirmingham, Alabama, 35233, United States
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