Imagine trying to capture a photo on your camera, but no matter how many times you change the settings, the objects in the distance remain blurry – this is life with myopia (nearsightedness).
At Burnsville Family Eye Care, we understand how myopia can disrupt your life – particularly with children since vision plays a huge role in their development. In fact, 80% of learning is visual and so it’s clear to see why active myopia management is vital for kids with this condition.
Effective Myopia Management Strategies
At Burnsville Family Eye Care, we offer a range of myopia treatments designed to correct vision and slow the progression:
- Orthokeratology (Ortho-K): These specially designed contact lenses are worn overnight to reshape the cornea, so the wearer wakes up with enhanced vision without the need to wear eyeglasses or contacts during the day.
- Multifocal Contact Lenses: These lenses are designed to correct vision and have been shown to reduce the progression of myopia in children.
- Atropine Eye Drops: Low-dose atropine drops can slow the progression of myopia when administered under professional supervision.
The Role of Pediatric Optometry
Like all facets of healthcare, prevention is better than cure and regular pediatric eye exams are crucial for the early detection and management of myopia. Our pediatric optometrists at Burnsville Family Eye Care are trained to identify early signs of myopia and tailor our recommendations to your child’s eyecare needs and lifestyle.
Lifestyle Recommendations from Burnsville Family Eye Care
Encouraging children to spend more time outdoors and limiting screen time can significantly reduce the risk of developing myopia. We believe that education plays a huge role in eyecare and make an active effort to provide guidance to parents on lifestyle modifications to support their child’s overall eye health.
Protect Your Little One’s Peepers and Enhance Their Quality of Life
Protect your child's vision by scheduling a comprehensive eye exam at Burnsville Family Eye Care in Burnsville. Our team is dedicated to providing personalized myopia management plans to ensure your child's visual health now and in the future.
