Myopia Management at Valley Eye Associates
Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, affects many children and adults, leading to progressively worsening distance vision. Left unmanaged, myopia can increase the risk of serious eye conditions. These include retinal detachment, glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration.
We aim to help our patients manage myopia effectively to protect long-term eye health.
An elongated eyeball or overly curved cornea causes myopia. This causes light to focus in front of the retina instead of directly on it, resulting in blurry distance vision.
Myopia often begins in childhood and can worsen rapidly during growth spurts. High myopia increases the risk of severe vision issues later in life.
Our Myopia Management Solutions in Westwood
At Valley Eye Associates, we use evidence-based strategies to slow myopia progression in children and young adults.
Our comprehensive myopia management program includes the following treatments:
- Low-Dose Atropine Eye Drops: When used in low doses, atropine eye drops can help slow myopia progression. It relaxes the eye’s focusing mechanism, reducing strain and the eye’s tendency to elongate further.
- Multifocal Eyeglasses and Contact Lenses: These lenses help manage myopia progression by providing multiple focal points. This reduces the eye’s strain when focusing on close objects. Multifocal lenses ease eye strain and slow the rate of myopia progression effectively.
Lifestyle Adjustments for Better Vision Health
In addition to our clinical treatments, we emphasize the importance of healthy lifestyle habits in managing myopia.
Our team provides personalized guidance on lifestyle adjustments, such as:
- Outdoor Activities: Studies have shown that spending more time outdoors can slow the onset and progression of myopia in children. We encourage regular outdoor playtime to promote natural eye health.
- Visual Hygiene: Reducing screen time, taking regular breaks, and practicing good posture can reduce eye strain and the risk of worsening myopia.
Myopia Control for the Whole Family
We understand the lifelong impact that myopia can have on eye health. Our skilled team combines the latest in myopia management techniques with compassionate care. This ensures that each patient receives a personalized approach to managing their myopia.
Through our proactive treatments and lifestyle guidance, we aim to preserve your vision and reduce the long-term risks associated with myopia.
Schedule a Complete Eye Exam to see if Myopia Management is Right for You
Whether you or your child is experiencing myopia, early intervention is key to slowing its progression. Schedule a consultation with us to learn more about our myopia management options and protect your family’s vision for the future.
