Myopia Control
What Is Myopia Control?
Over the past three decades, the prevalence of Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, has undergone a significant increase, effectively doubling within the global population. Myopia is likely to affect up to 50% of the world's population by the year 2050. This presents us with a battle to fight against.
Myopia control isn't just about eyeglasses; it's a journey to keep blurry vision from getting worse. Once myopia settles in during childhood and teenage years, it often plays a game of getting fuzzier every few months until early adulthood. This blurry path brings ever-changing prescriptions, risks of eye issues, and a haze over clear sight. But fear not, for the hero of the tale is "myopia control."
How it Works
Picture this: special glasses, gentle contact lenses and even NIGHT LENSES (Ortho-K lenses) step up to slow down this progression. Myopia control is like a shield for kids and teens, where the fight is fiercest. But the teenage tale continues, with half the warriors finding stability at 16 while others press on, demanding the control's guidance.
Yet, don't be surprised if even young adults join this quest, for they too can face myopia's unexpected ambush in their 20s. Myopia control, also known as myopia management, isn't just about prescriptions; it's a symphony that encompasses lifestyle, environment, and eye well-being. So, in this journey against the blurriness, remember: it's not just glasses, it's the wizardry of control and management, painting a clearer future.