警惕“近视防控贴”“护眼仪”伤眼

Core Viewpoint - The irreversible nature of myopia and the lack of evidence supporting various eye care products are emphasized, highlighting the importance of scientifically validated methods for myopia prevention [1][2] Group 1: Myopia Prevention Methods - Effective myopia prevention methods include more than two hours of outdoor activities daily, proper near-distance eye use, scientific prescription of glasses, and the use of low-concentration atropine eye drops and orthokeratology lenses [1] - The 2024 edition of the "Myopia Prevention and Control Guidelines" indicates that the overall myopia rate among children and adolescents in China was 51.9% in 2022 [1] Group 2: Misconceptions about Eyewear - Wearing glasses does not accelerate the progression of myopia; rather, it helps maintain the eye's adjustment ability and supports normal visual development in children [2] - The misconception that children should not wear glasses outside of study time is addressed, clarifying that not wearing glasses can lead to further eye strain and worsening myopia [1][2] Group 3: Eye Care Recommendations - Traditional Chinese medicine suggests that during the summer, children may experience symptoms like red eyes and fatigue due to excessive eye use, and recommends herbal teas such as chrysanthemum, rose, and dried tangerine peel tea for eye health [2] - Simple eye care methods include warm palm compresses, acupressure on specific points, and "blink training" to alleviate eye fatigue [2]