ZEISS Vision Care (ZEISS) and the School of Optometry of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) announced their latest collaborative initiative, ZEISS MyoCare Lenses, featuring (From left to right) Prof. Kee Chea-su, Head, School of Optometry, PolyU; Prof. Christopher Chao, Vice President (Research and Innovation), PolyU; Mr. David Ferran, Vice president, Latin America, Iberia & Asia -C, Vision Care Business Group, ZEISS and Mr Jerome Chan, Siu Lung, Head of Vision Care SBU, Hong Kong & Macau, ZEISS.

ZEISS MyoCare Lenses also incorporate patented ZEISS C.A.R.E.® technology. It can effectively decelerate the rate of myopia progression by 48% to 63% and diminish axial length increase by 41% to 77%[2]^,[3]. Furthermore, these lenses provide wearers with clear vision regardless of viewing distance and direction, and are easy to adapt to, with over 95% of child wearers able to adapt to the lenses within three days[4],[5].

A recent 12-month research report shows that nearly 90% of children wearing ZEISS MyoCare Lenses experienced slow annual myopia progression, compared to 51% of children wearing single vision lenses experiencing fast progression[6]. Moreover, ZEISS MyoCare lenses slowed eye growth from that of a myopic eye to approach that of an emmetropic eye by nearly 70%[7].

Mitigating the Risk of Myopia Progression in Children with Parental Myopia Research confirmed that genetic factors, such as having parents with myopia, increases a child's risk of developing myopia. However, a 12-month clinical study has shown that compared to wearing regular single vision lenses, using ZEISS MyoCare Lenses can effectively slow down myopia progression, even for children with myopic parents, who are especially at risk of developing myopia[8]. This indicates that these lenses can help parents with myopia reduce the increased risk of myopia development in their children, essentially breaking the cycle of worsening myopia each generation.

Professor Christopher Chao, Vice President (Research and Innovation) of The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, said, "PolyU has always been committed to promoting technology transfer. The DISC technology for myopia management is an excellent example to demonstrate how academic research can be transformed into effective industry solutions, offering an additional option in the market for those in need. It is a great pleasure to collaborate with ZEISS, a leading optical brand, to jointly strive for excellence in the development of myopia control for the benefit of community."

David Ferran, Head of LatAm, Iberia & Asia-C, Vision Care Business, ZEISS Group, added, "ZEISS has been working closely with PolyU for many years. Through this collaboration, we will jointly develop more innovative technologies, aiming to bring the best ophthalmological technology into vision correction solutions, collectively addressing the threat posed by myopia and promoting the well-being of children worldwide."

Calvin Kwan, President of The Hong Kong Optometric Association, said: "Myopia is a serious issue among Hong Kong children, and age six to 12 years old is the 'golden period' for myopia control. Parents should seize the opportunity to provide the best and most effective myopia control measures for their children, safeguarding their eye health and preventing the development of high myopia and other long-term eye health problems."

The Trusted Choice for Parents – Backed by Scientific Research Parents' testimonials: "In this digital age, it is practically impossible to completely avoid exposing our children to electronic devices, especially with the widespread adoption of e-learning in schools. As parents, we want to provide the best protection for our children, ensuring they have healthy eyes to see the future more clearly and far. Aligned with the needs of the current era, the issue of myopia control in children is a key eye health concern that parents need to address."

Parents' selection criteria: "When it comes to selecting lenses for myopia control, the primary consideration is the effectiveness and whether it is supported by scientific research. Since the 'golden period' for children's myopia control is only about six years, if we are unable to select and use scientifically proven products in a timely manner, the effect of slowing down myopia progression will be greatly diminished, and the precious golden period from age six to 12 will be missed.

The ZEISS MyoCare Lenses are supported by real data, which not only gives me confidence in the product, but also allows me, through this myopia control solution, to work more closely with the optometrist to address my child's myopia progression. I believe parents play a very important role in protecting the eye health of their children."

References

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