Slow the Progression of Nearsightedness in Children
Early action can protect your child’s vision and long-term eye health.
Schedule a Myopia Control Consultation
What Is Myopia?
Myopia (nearsightedness) occurs when the eye grows too long from front to back, causing distant objects to appear blurry.
Left unchecked, myopia often worsens each year in growing children—raising the lifetime risk for retinal detachment, glaucoma, and other serious eye diseases.
Why Myopia Control Matters
- Reduce Long-Term Eye Disease Risk – High myopia can lead to vision-threatening complications.
- Slow Prescription Changes – Helps keep glasses or contacts from getting stronger every year.
- Support Academic & Daily Life – Clear vision improves learning, sports, and confidence.
Who Is at Risk?
Children are more likely to develop progressive myopia if they:
- Have one or both parents with myopia
- Spend little time outdoors (<2 hours per day)
- Do extended near work (tablets, reading) without breaks
- Show rapid prescription changes year over year
Treatment Options We Offer
(Customized after a thorough evaluation)
Special Myopia-Control Glasses – Spectacle lenses with “lenslet” or DIMS technology gently redirect light to slow eye growth.
Soft Multifocal Contact Lenses – Daily lenses that provide clear vision and proven myopia-control benefits.
Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) – Night-time lenses reshape the cornea while you sleep—clear vision during the day without lenses.
Low-Dose Atropine Eye Drops – Prescription drops used nightly to reduce eye-growth signals.
What to Expect in Our Program
- Initial Assessment: Full eye exam, prescription history, and axial-length measurement
- Personalized Plan: Tailored treatment using one or more proven methods
- Ongoing Monitoring: Check-ups every 3–6 months to track progression
- Family Support: Guidance on screen time, outdoor activity, and lifestyle tips
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is myopia control safe?
Yes. All treatments we recommend are backed by peer-reviewed research and professional guidelines.
Will this cure myopia?
The goal is to slow progression, not eliminate it. Most children still need glasses or contacts, but at a lower prescription than without treatment.
What age is best to start?
Early intervention—often between ages 6–12—has the greatest benefit.
Does screen time make myopia worse?
Heavy near work and limited outdoor time are linked to faster progression. We’ll help you set healthy habits.
Parent Tips for Home
- Encourage at least 2 hours of outdoor play daily
- Follow the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes of near work, look 20 feet away for 20 seconds
- Maintain good lighting and reading posture
Call Pelham Parkway Vision Center in Bronx Today!
If you’re ready to slow the progression of nearsightedness in your child, Pelham Parkway Vision Center is here to help.
Call (718) 829-2160 or request an appointment online to learn which myopia-control treatment is right for your child.