Myopia Management

Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, is becoming increasingly prevalent in our digital age. It is now considered a major health concern, having increased by 66% in the United States since 1971.

The eyes of a child with myopia become longer over time, which causes distance objects to appear blurry. And, if it’s not addressed, myopia often worsens as the child gets older.

What are the consequences of the eyes growing longer? If myopia goes undiagnosed and untreated, it can lead to various complications later in life including:

  • Earlier onset of cataracts

  • A 2 to 3 times higher chance of developing glaucoma

  • Increased risk of retinal detachment

An eye care professional can conduct a simple examination to determine whether your vision problems are due to myopia, and develop a treatment plan to help slow down the progression of myopia and prevent further complications related to this condition.

Common treatments include…

Different levels of myopia, as depicted by CooperVision’s myopia simulator.