Protecting Children's Eyes
Myopia Control Clinic
Childhood short-sightedness is rising fast. Standard glasses correct today's blur — myopia control aims to slow how much worse it becomes.
High myopia in adulthood carries lifelong risks of retinal detachment, glaucoma and macular disease. Slowing progression in childhood is one of the most valuable things we can do for a young patient.
Understanding childhood myopia
Why it progresses
The eye elongates during growth, driven by genetics plus prolonged near work.
Warning signs
Squinting, sitting close to screens, headaches and falling school performance.
When to start
As soon as myopia is diagnosed — the earlier control begins, the greater the benefit.
Treatment options
Orthokeratology
Custom overnight lenses reshape the cornea, giving clear unaided daytime vision.
Myopia Control Spectacles
Specialised lens designs that reduce the growth signal to the eye.
Low-dose Atropine
Evidence-based nightly drops that slow axial elongation.
Red Light Therapy
Emerging repeated low-level red light treatment, used under close supervision.
Outdoor Activity
At least two hours of daylight daily — simple, free and genuinely protective.
Monitoring
Six-monthly review
Refraction and vision checks to measure progression objectively.
Growth tracking
Documented measurements so we can adjust treatment when needed.
Parent partnership
Clear reporting so families understand exactly what is changing.
Not sure which clinic you need?
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