What Is The Most Effective Myopia Control Method? Exploring Top Treatments

Myopia is a growing concern among children and teens, with more cases being diagnosed each year. While glasses and contacts can help with blurry distance vision, they do not stop myopia from worsening over time. At Ridgeview Eye Care, we offer proven treatments that go beyond basic vision correction to help slow myopia progression and protect your child’s long-term eye health.
 

Why Is Myopia Management Important?

Myopia typically begins in childhood and can worsen as the eyes grow. The earlier it starts, the more likely it is to progress to high myopia, which increases the risk of vision-threatening eye diseases. Myopia management is about more than just clear vision. It is about slowing down the progression of nearsightedness and preserving lifelong eye health.
 

Top Myopia Control Treatments

There are several scientifically backed options available today for managing myopia. Each method works in a unique way, and the best choice depends on a child’s specific needs and lifestyle.

• Low Dose Atropine Eye Drops: These specially formulated eye drops are applied nightly and have been shown to slow down the elongation of the eye—a key factor in myopia progression. Atropine is easy to use, well tolerated by most children, and does not interfere with daytime vision.

• Orthokeratology (Ortho-K): Ortho-K involves wearing specially designed rigid contact lenses overnight. These lenses gently reshape the cornea while the child sleeps, allowing for clear daytime vision without glasses or contacts. Ortho-K has the added benefit of effectively slowing the progression of myopia.

• Soft Multifocal Contact Lenses: These contact lenses are worn during the day and feature different zones of vision correction, which can help slow eye growth. They provide clear vision and are especially suitable for active children who want freedom from glasses.
 

What is the Most Effective Method?

There is no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to myopia control. The most effective method depends on a variety of factors including a child’s age, prescription, eye health, and lifestyle. At Ridgeview Eye Care, we believe in a personalized approach. Our optometrists conduct a thorough evaluation and work closely with families to develop a custom treatment plan tailored to each child’s needs.
 

Supporting Families in Olathe, Lenexa, and Beyond

Managing myopia early is key to protecting your child's vision for the future. At Ridgeview Eye Care, we are committed to supporting families in Olathe, Lenexa, and beyond with advanced myopia management options designed to protect long-term eye health and promote clear, comfortable vision.

Schedule your child’s eye exam with Ridgeview Eye Care to explore which myopia treatment is right for them. Contact our office in Olathe or Lenexa, Kansas, by calling (913) 261-8327 to book an appointment today.