Myopia Management – Clear Vision for a Healthier Tomorrow
In today's screen-heavy lifestyle and indoor-dominant routines, Myopia—commonly known as nearsightedness—has become one of the most prevalent vision issues among children and adults. Myopia is more than just the need for glasses; if left unmanaged, it can lead to serious complications later in life.
Blurred vision when looking at distant objects
Squinting or partially closing eyelids to see better
Frequent headaches due to eye strain
Difficulty seeing the board at school (in children)
Excessive blinking or rubbing of eyes
What Is Myopia?
Myopia is a refractive error where a person can see nearby objects clearly, but distant objects appear blurry. It occurs when the eyeball grows too long, or the cornea is too curved, causing light to focus in front of the retina instead of directly on it.
Risk Factors for Myopia
Genetics – If one or both parents are myopic, children are more likely to develop it
Increased screen time – Prolonged near work (tablets, phones, reading)
Lack of outdoor activity – Natural light and distance vision help prevent myopia
Early onset – Myopia beginning before age 10 tends to progress more rapidly
Urban lifestyle – Studies show higher rates in cities than rural areas
Several factors increase the chances of developing or worsening myopia:
Retinal detachment
Glaucoma
Cataracts
Myopic maculopathy (degeneration of the central retina)
What Happens If Myopia Is Not Managed?
While mild myopia may not cause long-term issues, progressive or high myopia can increase the risk of:
1. Prescription Glasses
3. Myopia Control Lenses
The goal of myopia management is not just to correct vision, but to slow down the progression, especially during childhood and teenage years.
Myopia Monitoring at Anandeep Netralaya
Detailed eye exams and axial length measurements
Customized treatment plans based on progression rate
Access to advanced therapies like Ortho-K and atropine drops
Child-friendly clinics and counseling support
If these symptoms appear—especially in children—it’s important to get an eye checkup without delay.
Myopia Management Options
Standard correction using single-vision lenses. These help with clear vision but do not slow progression.
Specially designed lenses like:
DIMS (Defocus Incorporated Multiple Segments) lenses
Multifocal or bifocal lenses
These create controlled defocus on the peripheral retina and have shown effectiveness in slowing myopia progression.
Myopia is becoming a global public health concern, especially in children. But with the right approach, its progression can be controlled effectively.
At Anandeep Netralaya, we focus on not just correcting myopia, but managing its progression —preserving vision for a brighter future.
We offer a comprehensive Myopia Management Program that includes:
Symptoms of Myopia
These complications can result in irreversible vision loss in adulthood.
2. Atropine Eye Drops
Low-dose atropine (typically 0.01%) drops used daily can significantly reduce myopia progression in children with minimal side effects.
4. Orthokeratology (Ortho-K)
Rigid gas-permeable lenses worn overnight to temporarily reshape the cornea. Provides clear daytime vision without glasses and helps slow eyeball elongation.
5. Increased Outdoor Time
Studies have shown that at least 2 hours of outdoor activity daily can help reduce the onset and progression of myopia in children.
6. Lifestyle & Screen Habits
Follow the 20-20-20 rule: Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds
Limit continuous screen time
Maintain good posture and lighting while reading or using devices
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