Eye Care Market Research Reports & Industry Analysis

The eye care industry is primarily concerned with the preservation of ocular health and correction of eye problems that can decrease vision capacity. Within the eye care industry are practitioners that have a doctoral degree in optometry and/or ophthalmology. Eye care establishments are chiefly engaged in providing eye examinations to discern the acuity of vision or other visual complications, in addition to providing prescriptions for glasses and lenses, as well as retailing these products. Doctors within the ocular field may practice privately, in group practices, or through a facility.

In eye care there are several specialties: optometrists, opticians, and ophthalmologists. Optometrist execute general eye exams, which often leads to prescriptions for glasses or contacts, and may also attend to some basic eye conditions. Opticians typically manufacture and retail corrective lenses in a variety of locations based upon the prescription written by an optometrist or ophthalmologist. Overall eye care is the specialty of an ophthalmologist. Laser surgery is also on the rise for those who can afford it, and often can eliminate the need glasses or contacts.

In the eye care industry, demand is affected by changing health care practices, fashion trends for eye wear, and demographics. The profits of an optometrist practice vary depending on factors such as whether or not it sells eye wear in addition to providing eye examinations.

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Eye Care Industry Research & Market Reports

  • United States Dry Eye Disease Market Forecast 2024-2032

    ... 2023, reaching a revenue of $3313.01 million by 2032. One of the primary drivers furling the country’s market growth is the increasing prevalence of dry eye disease among the aging population, which is more prone ... Read More

  • Contact Lens Market in India 2024-2028

    ... the contact lens market in india provides a holistic analysis, market size and forecast, trends, growth drivers, and challenges, as well as vendor analysis covering around 25 vendors. The report offers an up-to-date analysis regarding ... Read More

  • Opticians in the UK - Industry Market Research Report

    ... Health deteriorates with age, so it's no surprise that as Britons have become older, the need for corrective eyewear has followed an upward trajectory. Meanwhile, people are glued to their desktops at work and smartphones ... Read More

  • Eye Care in Sweden

    ... of the category. Climate change is leading to longer and warmer summers in Sweden, effectively extending the pollen season. Consumers are spending more time outside and traveling more, whilst they are also more exposed to ... Read More

  • Eye Care in Turkey

    ... challenges to the sales of eye care include vitamins and dietary supplements, with the health and wellness trend leading consumers to seek natural options. The rising competition from outside of the eye care landscape, has ... Read More

  • Eye Care in Taiwan

    ... people in Taiwan suffer from dry eye syndrome, affecting 15-20% of the population, while over 90% experience myopia. Environmental factors, such as Taiwan’s hot and humid summers, combined with lifestyle habits like prolonged exposure to ... Read More

  • Eye Care in Ukraine

    ... from Rx eye care although the latter is typically used for more serious problems (eg eye infections). OTC eye care typically appeals to consumers suffering from allergies and those who suffer from dry eyes. The ... Read More

  • Eye Care in South Africa

    ... light of digital screens such as computers, laptops and smartphones for work, education or leisure purposes. This results in consumers increasingly suffering from eye health issues. Although this encourages them to have their eyes tested ... Read More

  • Eye Care in Switzerland

    ... ointments, and eye washes, are commonly used for minor irritations like dryness caused by dust, screen time, or fatigue. The increasing prevalence of dry eyes, linked to extended computer use, poor air quality, and an ... Read More

  • Eye Care in Norway

    ... at screens. Norwegians’ lifestyles are increasingly involving spending multiple hours a day in front of electronic screens (whether smartphones, tablets, laptops, or televisions). One major factor here is that increasing numbers of jobs require employees ... Read More

  • Eye Care in Morocco

    ... eyes and eye fatigue become more prevalent due to increased screen time a rising number of Moroccans require such products. Further, an ageing population ageing is positively impacting category performance, with older adults more susceptible ... Read More

  • Eye Care in Israel

    ... eye care as people suffer increasingly from eye irritation or dry eye due to prolonged screen exposure. Intensive reading of the daily news broadcasts covering the Israel-Hamas war is also a factor driving sales of ... Read More

  • Eye Care in Slovakia

    ... prolonged flowering periods, extended seasons, and increased air pollution. These rising temperatures contribute to an earlier onset of spring, with pollen levels spiking as early as March. Under changing climate conditions, certain plants produce more ... Read More

  • Eye Care in Peru

    ... to spending long periods of time on screens from smartphones to laptops, for recreation and entertainment as well as for required needs. The landscape is also maintaining positive levels of growth, thanks to greater consumer ... Read More

  • Eye Care in Egypt

    ... to a rise in digital eye strain and related issues. This trend is driving demand for eye care products, such as blue light filtering glasses and refreshing eye drops to support eye health. Euromonitor International's ... Read More

  • 2024 Prescription Eyeglasses Retail Sales Global Market Size & Growth Report with Updated Analysis & Forecasts

    ... share across 4 global regions (The Americas, Europe, Asia & Oceania, Africa & Middle East), 22 subregions, and 195 countries. Figures are from 2012 through 2023, with forecasts for 2024 and 2028. The historical data ... Read More

  • 2024 Ophthalmic Goods Wholesale Global Market Size & Growth Report with Updated Analysis & Forecasts

    ... 4 global regions (The Americas, Europe, Asia & Oceania, Africa & Middle East), 22 subregions, and 195 countries. Figures are from 2012 through 2023, with forecasts for 2024 and 2028. The historical data utilizes in-depth ... Read More

  • 2024 Nonprescription Eyeglasses and Sunglasses Retail Sales Global Market Size & Growth Report with Updated Analysis & Forecasts

    ... size, revenue, growth, and share across 4 global regions (The Americas, Europe, Asia & Oceania, Africa & Middle East), 22 subregions, and 195 countries. Figures are from 2012 through 2023, with forecasts for 2024 and ... Read More

  • Eye Care in Ireland

    ... trend is reflected in the steady growth of standard eye care in particular, which continues to lead sales. Longer hours spent in front of various screens, especially smartphones, is causing higher levels of eye dryness ... Read More

  • Eye Care in Saudi Arabia

    ... mainly driven by standard eye care. Several factors contribute to demand for eye care in Saudi Arabia, including prolonged exposure to digital screens, leading to a greater proportion of the population developing eye health problems, ... Read More

  • Eye Care in Nigeria

    ... Nigeria are highly sensitive to the pricing of eye care products, with these products being unaffordable for many. In addition, public awareness of eye care remains low in Nigeria with most consumers considering these products ... Read More

  • Ophthalmic Goods Manufacturing - US Industry Market Research Report with Updated Recession Risk Forecasts

    ... the United States with over 100 data sets covering 2015-2028. This 63-page Kentley Insights report is packed with insightful data sets and forecasts to give you a comprehensive understanding of the industry including historical and ... Read More

  • Eye Glasses & Contact Lens Stores - US Industry Market Research Report with Updated Analysis & Forecasts

    ... comprehensive and in-depth assessments of the retail sector in the United States with over 100 data sets covering 2015-2028. This Kentley Insights report includes historical and forecasted market size, ecommerce, product lines, inventory turns, gross ... Read More

  • Eye Care in South Korea

    ... are placed near the counter, and eye care products are frequently found amongst them. While eye care products are used for specific symptoms, they are also commonly purchased for general eye health, leading to impulsive ... Read More

  • Eyewear Market Analysis and Forecast to 2033: By Product Type (Prescription Glasses, Sunglasses, Contact Lenses, Sports Eyewear, Safety Eyewear), Material (Plastic Frames, Metal Frames, Polycarbonate Lenses, Glass Lenses, Trivex), Distribution Channel (Online Retailers, Optical Stores, Department Stores), Lens Type (Single Vision, Bifocal, Progressive, Polarized, Blue Light Blocking Lenses), End User (Men, Women, Unisex, Children), Design (Classic, Aviator, Cat-Eye, Round/Oval), Functionality (Corrective Eyewear, Protective Eyewear, Cosmetic Eyewear), and Region

    ... Department Stores), Lens Type (Single Vision, Bifocal, Progressive, Polarized, Blue Light Blocking Lenses), End User (Men, Women, Unisex, Children), Design (Classic, Aviator, Cat-Eye, Round/Oval), Functionality (Corrective Eyewear, Protective Eyewear, Cosmetic Eyewear), and Region The eyewear ... Read More

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