Indoor basketball and myopia study

 

Researchers from the Lions Eye Institute are looking to recruit parents of children and adolescents (aged under 18) who play basketball to find out how much time they spend outdoors and how this relates to wearing glasses for short-sightedness (myopia).

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What does the study involve?

We will ask you to complete a short survey taking approximately 5-10 minutes of your time.

 

Why?

Myopia is increasing in children in Australia and worldwide. Studies have shown spending low amounts of time outdoors is a major factor in the development of myopia in children and adolescents.

We aim to evaluate the amount of time typically spent outdoors and rates of myopia among children who play basketball.

The results of this study will help us develop recommendations for time outdoors for children playing different sports.

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How do I get involved?

To be involved in the study or read further information about the study, follow this link to the survey:

Indoor Basketball Myopia Survey​

You will be asked to read an information form, then complete a consent form.

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If you have any questions about the study, please contact the study team: basketballmyopia@lei.org.au

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Or you can contact the Principal Investigator:
Professor David Mackey by phone (08) 9381 0777 or email David.Mackey@lei.org.au