Myopia Management for Children
Safeguard your child’s eyesight with proven myopia management solutions, designed to slow the progression of short-sightedness and minimise future eye health risks.
What is myopia (nearsightedness)?
In children with nearsightedness, the eyes grow too quickly and become elongated, making distant objects appear blurry. Without treatment, the eye continues to weaken, and vision typically deteriorates as the child ages.
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How can I tell if my child has myopia?
Children often struggle to express exactly how they’re feeling, which can lead to signs of myopia going unnoticed. However, there are several common indicators that your child might be experiencing short-sightedness:
Trouble clearly seeing words on a classroom whiteboard or screen.
Frequent headaches.
Rubbing their eyes often.
Squinting to see more clearly.
Difficulty reading distant signs.
Sitting closer to the TV or holding mobile devices or tablets very close to their face.
A family history of myopia—particularly if one or both parents have it—can also increase the likelihood of your child developing short-sightedness.
If you observe any of these signs, it’s important to arrange an eye examination with an optometrist, who can confirm if your child has myopia and recommend suitable management options.
What is myopia management for children?
Myopia management involves specific treatments and techniques designed to slow the progression of short-sightedness in children—going beyond just regular glasses or contact lenses that improve vision temporarily. In the past, standard prescription lenses could not effectively control myopia progression. However, recent advances in technology have introduced innovative solutions that can influence and manage the development of myopia, significantly reducing its long-term impact.
The sooner you start managing a child’s myopia, the more effective these treatments tend to be. By slowing myopia progression early, it’s possible to lower the risk of serious future eye conditions such as retinal detachment, cataracts, myopic macular degeneration, and glaucoma.
If you suspect your child might have myopia, book an appointment today to protect their vision and eye health for the future.
