By 2050, it is projected that 50% of the global population will have myopia.1 The 2026 Myopia Report, our second installment in this ongoing series, delves into the evolving challenges associated with myopia management.
This report features valuable insights from a diverse array of eyecare professionals (ECPs), including new optometrists and highly experienced clinicians who have spent decades honing their expertise. By capturing a wide spectrum of perspectives, the report aims to shed light on the current landscape of myopia management and the innovative strategies being developed to address this growing concern.
The 2026 Myopia Report covers:
- The primary challenges in myopia management
- The barriers to implementing myopia management
- The most popular go-to treatments for myopia
- Confidence in treatment and ongoing management—including current and emerging therapies
- And more!
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Key takeaways from the 2026 Myopia Report
90% of optometrists consider myopia a disease, compared to 82.9% in our 2023 Myopia Report.
The average age at which optometrists feel comfortable starting myopia management in 2026 is 5.69 years, versus 8.78 years in our 2023 report
70.3% of optometrists now agree axial length should be monitored in every myopia patient, an increase from 51.9% in 2023.
The use of spectacles as the preferred treatment for myopia management increased from 8.9% in 2023 to 23.6% in 2026.
The top reasons why optometrists are not practicing myopia management include operational and staffing challenges, as well as low patient volume and demand.
We believe that the Myopia Report will help you manage myopia effectively. As the prevalence of myopia rises, ECPs must stay up to date on the latest best practices in eye health.
Our goal is to provide valuable insights and support to doctors seeking to expand their practices, enhance their treatment capabilities, and deliver better care for improved patient outcomes.
Ready to dive deeper? Download the full 2026 Myopia Report now!
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