Myopia in children
Early detection of refractive errors in childhood is essential for a good management and to prevent lazy eye and potential problems in school performance.
Myopia is considered as an epidemic in developed societies. Various studies conclude that the decrease in the number of hours that children spend outdoors, as well as the increase of time working in close distances are the causes of the elongation of their eye, and therefore, the increase in myopia.
Different types of contact lenses with specific designs, combined or not with a drug prescribed by ophthalmologists (Atropine) make this growth slow down by up to 59%.
We are part of the 3% of optical health establishments in Spain that have the necessary accreditation to manage myopia control treatments.
Our professionals will suggest the best option to slow your child’s myopia increase through orthoqueratology or specially designed soft contact lenses.
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