Red light therapy for slowing myopia in children
Part of Eyes & vision clinical trials.
This study tests different doses of red light therapy to slow down myopia (nearsightedness) in children. Red light therapy uses low-level red light to help control eye growth and reduce the need for stronger glasses.
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Who can take part
- Your child must be between 6 and 14 years old.
- Their myopia (nearsightedness) must be between -1.00 and -6.00 diopters, with corrected vision of 20/25 or better.
- They cannot have other eye problems like cataracts, glaucoma, or crossed eyes.
- They cannot have used certain myopia control treatments (like atropine drops, special contact lenses, or red light therapy) in the past month.
- They cannot have certain neurological (brain or nerve) or systemic conditions (like epilepsy, tics, diabetes, or asthma).
- The trial lasts 12 months, and you/your child must agree to follow the full schedule and sign a consent form.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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