Beckley, WV

Myopia Management

Beckley, WV

Myopia Management

Is your child constantly squinting to see things clearly or holding books really close to their face when reading? If so, they may have myopia, more commonly known as nearsightedness. Myopia is when close-up objects look clear but faraway objects are blurry. While myopia is a common and treatable condition, it can increase your child’s risk of more serious eye issues later in life, such as cataracts, glaucoma, and retinal detachment.  

At Beckley Vision Center, we offer myopia management services in Beckley to help slow down myopia progression in both children and adults. Traditional glasses and contact lenses correct blurry vision but have no effect on myopia progression. Myopia management involves wearing special contact lenses to keep myopia from getting worse.  

For example, multifocal lenses have different prescription strengths in various parts of the lens to help focus light on the retina more effectively. This design not only provides clear vision at all distances but also helps reduce eye strain and potentially slow down the progression of myopia. Studies have shown that wearing multifocal lenses can reduce myopia progression by up to 50% compared to traditional single-vision lenses. 

Schedule an eye exam today in Beckley 

Remember to schedule regular eye exams with your eye care provider to monitor any changes in your vision and find treatment options tailored to your specific needs. If you’re interested in learning more about myopia management or want to schedule an appointment for you or your child, contact our office today!