A Breakthrough in Myopia Control for Children
- visionopolisclinic
- 18 hours ago
- 2 min read
At the ARVO 2026 Annual Meeting, HOYA Vision Care announced exciting new results for its MiYOSMART iQ spectacle lenses—a major step forward in managing myopia (short-sightedness) in children.
What’s new?
A clinical study done with The Hong Kong Polytechnic University found that:
9 out of 10 children showed no meaningful increase in myopia after 1 year
On average, children wearing these lenses had almost zero progression
Eye growth (which worsens myopia) was kept at normal levels
Why this matters
Myopia is increasing rapidly in children worldwide. If not controlled early, it can lead to serious eye problems later in life.
This study is important because:
It shows the highest effectiveness yet for spectacle lenses
It works even in very young children (as young as 4 years old)
It helps control myopia at the most critical early stage
How do these lenses work?
MiYOSMART iQ lenses use advanced Defocus Incorporated Multiple Segments (D.I.M.S.) technology.
In simple terms:
They send a special signal to the eye to slow down excessive growth
This helps reduce or stop worsening of vision
The new design improves effectiveness by:
Targeting the most responsive part of the retina
Increasing treatment strength
Expanding the area of vision correction
What were the results?
Compared to regular glasses:
Myopia progression reduced by up to 100%+ in older children (7–12 years)
Strong results even in younger kids (4–6 years)
High comfort and easy daily wear compliance
What this means for parents
Early detection and treatment are critical
Modern spectacle lenses are now a powerful, non-invasive solution
Children can manage myopia without surgery or contact lenses
As experts warn, “Uncontrolled myopia today can lead to vision loss tomorrow.”
Innovations like MiYOSMART iQ bring us closer to protecting your child’s long-term vision—starting early, safely, and effectively.
Concerned about your child’s increasing screen time or blurry vision?
Visit Visionopolis – Your Family Vision Clinic for expert myopia screening and the latest control solutions.
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