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Date Submitted: Jun 30, 2026
Open Peer Review Period: Jul 3, 2026 - Aug 28, 2026
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Efficacy of Ayurvedic yoga (Tripala with Sarpi and Madhu) in comparison to Standard of care on Axial length in Prathama Patalagata Timira (Simple Myopia) Among 8 -12 Year-Old School Children in Belagavi: Protocol for a Randomized Controlled Trial
ABSTRACT
Background:
Myopia affects a large portion of children worldwide and is rising rapidly in south Asia. There have been multiple causes, especially ethnic, genetic, environmental, lifestyle and sleep patterns. Increased screen time and an increase in near-work intensity as the emerging causes. The present treatments available can only slow the progresion not stop. Early detection and control therapy are necessary for protecting against high myopia and vision threatening Complication in future
Objective:
The primary objective is to determine the efficacy of triphala, sarpi, and madhu orally on axial length in Prathama patalagatha timira (simple myopia) at baseline and every follow-up. Secondary objectives are to determine the efficacy of triphala, sarpi, and madhu orally on refraction, visual acuity and asthenopic features in simple myopia after 180 days of intervention and to compare the compliance and tolerance to intervention and safety across both groups.
Methods:
The present study is a single-centric, parallel-group, randomized controlled superiority trial, with a 1:1 allocation ratio to intervention and SOC, conducted in Shalakyatantra Netra Unit. The total sample size is 84, with 42 in each arm. A structured assessment of axial length and refraction will be done at baseline, 90, 180 & 365 Days.
Results:
Enrolment into the study began in December 2025. Total enrolment to date is ten and probable data collection will be completed by August 2026. Results and statistical analysis are expected to be completed by October 2026
Conclusions:
This study protocol provides a methodology to test and implement Ayurvedic yoga (triphala + sarpi + madhu) as a control measure /medicine to prevent progression of myopia.
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