If your child's glasses prescription keeps getting stronger every six months, you are not alone. Progressive myopia is increasingly common, and it is not just about needing stronger glasses — high myopia increases the lifetime risk of retinal detachment, glaucoma, and other serious conditions.
Why does myopia progress?
The eye grows longer than it should. As it elongates, the focal point falls in front of the retina instead of on it. Each millimetre of extra axial length increases the risk of eye disease significantly.
What slows myopia progression?
- Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) lenses worn overnight
- Myopia control soft contact lenses
- Low-dose atropine eye drops
- Spending more time outdoors (at least 2 hours daily)
At Second Sight, we assess each child individually and recommend the most suitable approach.
Myopia control at Second Sight, first Ortho-K clinic in Rajasthan
Dr. Ashima Bhargava introduced Orthokeratology to Rajasthan and has been fitting Ortho-K lenses for children since the clinic's founding. We assess each child's corneal topography, rate of progression, and lifestyle before recommending the most appropriate intervention, whether that's Ortho-K, soft myopia control lenses, or a combination approach. Our goal is not just correcting your child's vision today, but protecting their eye health for the next 60 years.
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