Category Archives for Myopia Control & Shortsightedness

What can I do if my child is shortsighted?

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What can I do if my child or teenager is shortsighted? 

Myopia or shortsight is an increasing vision problem worldwide and it is no different in Australia. Traditional corrections like sight correcting lenses do not slow down the increases, and recent studies indicate that in some individuals the progression may even be greater in glasses compared to no glasses at all.  The important thing to understand is that progression occurs with and without glasses and can result in more serious eye health consequences in adulthood. read more

Short-sighted Children and Teens – MiSight Myopia Control Technology

Short-sight or near-sight are common terms for myopia.  Put simply, myopia occurs when the eyeball grows long, thus causing distant objects to become blurred.  It is a progressive condition throughout childhood and teenage years, slowing down in adulthood. Family history and lifestyle factors both play a part in the progression of myopia. read more