Comparing defocus-enhanced and single vision spectacles for myopia control in children
Official title: Comparative Study of Visual Function Training With Defocus-Enhanced Spectacles vs. Single Vision Spectacles on Myopia Control in Children
Run by Beijing Visionly Plus Eye Hospital · NCT06821074 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study tests whether special glasses that blur the vision a little can help kids aged 6 to 18 with myopia control their eyesight better than regular glasses.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 6 Years to 18 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Enrollment | 1000 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Beijing Visionly Plus Eye Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 2 sites (Beijing and 1 other locations) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | February 8, 2025 |
| Main results expected | December 31, 2026 |
| Study ends | February 28, 2027 |
| Registry record updated | April 24, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06821074 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are children aged 6 to 18 years with diagnosed myopia and specific refractive error criteria.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with significant eye diseases or those with a history of minimal myopia progression may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of vision function training using defocus-enhanced spectacles compared to single vision spectacles in managing myopia progression in children aged 6 to 18 years. Participants will undergo vision function training while wearing either type of spectacles to determine which is more effective in controlling myopia. The study will include children diagnosed with myopia within specific refractive error ranges and will exclude those with certain eye diseases or genetic syndromes. The goal is to provide insights into better management strategies for myopia in the pediatric population.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved methods for controlling myopia progression in children, potentially reducing the risk of severe vision problems later in life.
How similar studies have gone: While there have been studies on myopia control, the specific comparison of defocus-enhanced spectacles versus single vision spectacles in this context is relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Aged 6-18 years. * Diagnosed myopia with SER between -0.50D and -4.00D. * Astigmatism ≤ 2.50DC. * Anisometropia \< 1.25D. Exclusion Criteria: * Suspected genetic syndromes (e.g., Stickler, Marfan). * Other eye diseases (e.g., glaucoma, cataracts, retinal abnormalities, strabismus). * Myopia progression \<0.50D SER in the last year.
Where it's running
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Beijing New Vision Eye Hospital
Beijing, China Recruiting -
Beijing Visionly Plus Eye Hospital
Beijing, China Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Lin Yang, M.D.
- Email: roc001cn@gmail.com
- Phone: +86-17898805125
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.