Atropine Drops and Ear Acupressure for Childhood Myopia
Part of Eyes & vision clinical trials.
This trial tests whether very low-dose atropine eye drops combined with acupressure on the ear can slow down myopia (nearsightedness) progression in children. Researchers will also check how the treatment affects the inner eye tissue.
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Who can take part
- Child is between 6 and 12 years old
- Child has myopia (nearsightedness) diagnosed after dilating the eye
- Astigmatism and unequal vision between eyes are mild (less than 2.0 diopters difference)
- Normal eye pressure (below 21 mmHg)
- No active eye infection, ulcers, or eyelid problems
- No ear disorders or conditions like crossed eyes or lazy eye
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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