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Myopia (shortsightedness) is when a person cannot see well in the distance due to the eye growing too long. Our optometrists recognise myopia management as an urgent need for children in our community. We have invested in the latest technology to measure the progression of myopia. We have trained and studied myopia management for many years and are skilled in managing myopia in the community.
Myopia, commonly known as short-sightedness, is a condition where distant objects appear blurry, while close-up objects remain clear. It occurs when the eyeball grows too long, or the cornea is too curved, causing light to focus incorrectly on the retina. Myopia often develops during childhood and can progress as the eye continues to grow.
Factors such as genetics and lifestyle can contribute to myopia. Children with parents who are short-sighted are at a higher risk, as are those who spend extended periods on close-up activities like reading or screen use without sufficient outdoor time.
While myopia cannot be reversed, its progression can be managed effectively to reduce the risk of long-term complications such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, or macular degeneration. At Major Opticians, we provide comprehensive myopia management services, including:
Our team works closely with you and your child to develop a personalised myopia management plan that fits their lifestyle and vision needs.
If you suspect your child has myopia please don’t delay, contact us to arrange an eye exam? We can dispense spectacle lenses, day contact lenses and/or night lenses which have been proven to slow down the progression of myopia.
