“Half the world’s population (nearly 5 billion) will be short-sighted (myopic) by 2050.”

— Brien Holden Foundation

Why Myopia Management Is Important

Myopia is a disease of ocular elongation resulting in not only nearsightedness but also increased risk of certain ocular diseases.

Slowing myopia progression is crucial for maintaining long-term eye health and vision. Left unchecked, myopia can develop rapidly, increasing the risk of sight-threatening complications such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, and myopic maculopathy.

The goal of myopia control is to utilize evidence- based treatment options to slow axial elongation and reduce the amount of myopia a child develops over time. Starting treatment early can be particularly beneficial while the eyes are still growing. A comprehensive myopia management approach also considers environmental and behavioural factors that may influence myopia progression.

Myopia Control Options

  • Myopia Control Glasses

    Specially designed glasses that cause peripheral defocus or reduce contrast sensitivity to slow down the progression of myopia. They are the most effective when worn full-time.

  • Myopia Control Soft Contact Lenses

    Lenses that incorporate dual-focus, multifocal, extended depth of focus, and novel ring focus designs to actively control myopia. Available as daily disposable lenses or reusable lenses replaced monthly or quarterly.

  • Orthokeratology

    Gas permeable contact lenses worn overnight to gently reshape the cornea, offering clear vision without correction during the day. These lenses can reduce myopia progression and are safe to wear in children.

  • Low Dose Atropine

    A compounded eye drop instilled daily in each eye. It has demonstrated a favourable safety profile with minimal side effects, while effectively managing myopia.