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Implementing interventions to promote spectacle wearing among children with refractive errors: A systematic review
Linrong Wu1,2, Jiayi Feng1,2, Mingzhi Zhang1
1Joint Shantou International Eye Center (JSIEC) of Shantou University & The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shantou, China.
Frontiers in Public Health
|March 27, 2023
Summary
Free spectacles improve children's compliance with wearing glasses, especially when combined with educational programs. Sociodemographic factors and refractive error severity influence adherence to eyewear use.
Area of Science:
- Ophthalmology
- Public Health
- Pediatrics
Background:
- Refractive errors are common in children, impacting vision and development.
- Compliance with prescribed spectacles is crucial for effective vision correction.
- Factors influencing spectacle compliance in children require further investigation.
Conclusions:
- Combining free spectacle provision with educational interventions can substantially improve compliance rates.
- Policy recommendations include integrating free eyewear programs with educational components and health promotion strategies.
- Enhancing the acceptability of refractive services and promoting consistent eyewear use are essential for pediatric eye health.
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