Myopia information for parents

The American Optometric Association recommends an eye examination for children at the following ages: 

• Baseline exam at 6 to 12 months old
• At least one comprehensive eye exam from ages 3-5 years old 
• Annual eye exams starting before entering first grade

These helpful sites provide great information for parents who are interested in learning more about Myopia Management: 

• https://myopia.care/index
• https://bhvi.org/myopia-calculator-resources/myopia-resources/

There are some ways for your family to encourage healthy eye habits that may slow progressive myopia. 

1. Spend more time outdoors
2. Reduce time on phones, tablets, and computers
3. During nearwork take breaks every 20 minutes, for 20 seconds to look 20 feet away

Myopia Management techniques are the cutting edge of eye care. New research and resources are continually becoming available. 

There are many treatment options considered to slow down progressing myopia in children. Some options may work better than others depending on your child's age, glasses prescription, and rate of progression. 

After speaking with your doctor, start slowing myopia progression today to reduce the chance of sight-threatening conditions.