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Ophthalmic & physiological optics : the journal of the British College of Ophthalmic Opticians (Optometrists) · 2d
ReviewOphthalmic & physiological optics : the journal of the British College of Ophthalmic Opticians (Optometrists) · 2026

Spectacle lenses for control of myopia progression in children.

David A Atchison, W Neil Charman
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Myopia-control spectacle lenses linked to about 50% less axial growth and myopia progression than regular lenses.

Spectacle lenses for control of myopia progression in children.

David A Atchison, W Neil Charman
Ophthalmic & physiological optics : the journal of the British College of Ophthalmic Opticians (Optometrists) · 2026
Background

Is provided and a critical eye is passed over some of the designs.

Results

eyes lengthened and worsened far less with these lenses than regular ones

50%
Spectacle lenses
50%
Contact lenses
60%
Orthokeratology
80%
Red-light therapy
More results

Many new optical treatments have been developed recently to slow the progression of myopia.

Spectacle lens treatments for myopia control are safe, valuable tools in clinical practice.

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Conclusion

Further laboratory and clinical studies should help to clarify the nature of the mechanisms of action and improve efficacy.

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