If your child has been diagnosed with myopia, you’re most likely exploring all options to manage their condition. Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is a common vision issue where distant objects appear blurry while close-up objects are clear. It’s a widespread concern, especially among children, and many parents wonder if myopia can be reversed or if there are effective ways to control its progression.  

Can myopia be reversed? 

Currently, there is no scientifically proven method to completely reverse myopia. Once the eye has elongated, causing nearsightedness, it cannot be “shrunk” back to its original state. However, there are treatments available to manage myopia and slow its progression, which is crucial in reducing the risk of serious eye health issues later in life. At New England EyeWorks, we offer myopia management in Keene, New Hampshire to control the progression of this condition, providing your child with clear vision now and protecting their eyesight in the future. 

Managing myopia progression in children is important for a few reasons: 

Reducing the risk of severe eye conditions 

As myopia progresses, the eye continues to elongate, which can stretch and thin the retina. This increases the risk of developing serious eye conditions such as retinal detachment, glaucoma, and cataracts later in life. By slowing down myopia progression, we can help protect your child from these potential complications and preserve their eye health. 

Maintaining quality of life 

A high degree of myopia can significantly impact your child’s daily activities, from playing sports to participating in classroom activities. By managing myopia progression, we can help maintain their quality of life, allowing them to engage fully in the activities they love without being affected by poor vision. 

Reducing dependence on corrective lenses 

Slowing myopia progression can help minimize the need for increasingly stronger prescriptions for glasses or contact lenses. This not only makes it easier for your child to manage their vision correction but also reduces the long-term costs associated with frequently updating their eyewear. 

MiSight® 1 day contact lenses 

At New England EyeWork, we offer MiSight® 1 day contact lenses as an effective treatment for myopia control. MiSight® 1 day lenses are at the forefront of myopia management. These are the first soft contact lenses approved by the FDA to slow myopia progression in children aged 8-12. They change how light focuses on the retina, which helps slow myopia progression by stopping the elongation of the eye that causes it. Over a three-year period, MiSight® lenses have been shown to slow myopia progression by 59%. They’re designed for daily use, making them convenient and safe for young patients. 

Our team is committed to providing the best possible care and guidance for your child’s vision needs. If you would like to learn more about MiSight® 1 day lenses or other myopia control treatments, please contact us to schedule an appointment.