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Myopia, casually called “Short sight”, is a condition that, unknown to many, increases sight threatening conditions such as:
Myopia leads to the eye growing longer, making the retina more likely to degenerate. If we think of the eye like a camera, the retina is the film, capturing what we see. If the retina becomes damaged this can lead to sight loss that cannot be corrected with spectacles or surgery. In the worst case it can lead to partial sight or blindness.
The good news is that the amount of Myopia can now be reduced in children. The chart below shows how EARLY CONTROL should help your child see better over their lifetime, reducing their risk of eye disease later on in life.
Studies have shown that over 14 hours per week (2 hours/day) spent outdoors reduces the risk of developing short sight. Walking to school and no screens on car journeys are also beneficial good lifestyle habits worth establishing now. All free!
The world is getting better at myopia control in children, with new research and innovations every year. The current UK options available to you are:
WITH MYOPIA CONTROL
Specialist glasses lenses that focus the light better around the edge of the eye. Worn like normal glasses.
We have frames for Men, Women and Children.
WITH MYOPIA CONTROL
Specialist contact lenses worn during the day that focus the light better around the edge of the eye
WITH MYOPIA CONTROL
Lenses worn at night that correct your eye while you sleep. No need for glasses/contacts during the day.
Come in-store to ask questions and get advice. Contact us now if you would like to arrange an appointment.
McKenna Opticians is a local and independently owned opticians.
Coleraine Rd, Maghera, BT46 5BN