The use of specially designed and fitted contact lenses to gently reshape the cornea overnight.
Low-dose eye drops containing atropine.
Daily disposable and specially designed soft contact lenses designed for myopia management.
Special glasses designed for myopia management.
Benefits |
Ortho-K Lenses
|
Atropine Drops
|
Special Daytime Dual
Focused Soft Contact Lense |
Myopia Spectacles (Available in Some Countries)
|
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Efficacy of Myopia Control | ||||
Improves Confidence | ||||
Simplifies Sports/Outdoor Activity | ||||
Easy to Use | ||||
Needs Parent Involvement | Optional | Yes | No | No |
Number of In-Office Visits |
Year 1
6-8
Year 2+
2
|
Year 1
4-6
Year 2+
2
|
Year 1
4-6
Year 2+
2
|
Year 1
2-3
Year 2+
2
|
Financial Commitment | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
Closely monitor and limit screen time.
Encourage outdoor play.
Do not lean into screens and follow the 20/20/20 rule.
Improve lighting in study area.
Allow natural light into occupied rooms.
Play catch with a ball outside.