Myopia management

Helping Kids See Clearly, Now and for the Future

Is your child nearsighted—or struggling to see the board at school? Myopia (also called nearsightedness) is a common condition where distant objects look blurry. It often gets worse as children grow, especially between the ages of 6 and 18.

At Vision Care Associates, we offer myopia management to help slow down the progression of nearsightedness and protect your child’s long-term eye health.

Why Myopia Management Matters

Nearsightedness doesn’t just mean your child needs glasses. When left unmanaged, high levels of myopia can increase the risk of more serious eye problems later in life, like:

Retinal detachment
Glaucoma
Cataracts
Macular degeneration

What Causes Myopia?

Myopia happens when the eyeball grows too long or the cornea is too curved. Genetics play a role, but so does lifestyle—spending lots of time on screens or doing up-close tasks, and not enough time outdoors, can contribute.

How We Help

We customize a treatment plan based on your child’s needs. Options may include:

Specialized soft contact lenses (MiSight®)
Orthokeratology (Ortho-K) overnight lenses
Prescription eye drops to help slow eye growth
Lifestyle tips to support healthy vision habits

Support Every Step of the Way

We know it can be stressful for parents when your child’s prescription keeps changing. That’s why we monitor their progress closely and explain everything clearly—so you always know what’s happening and how we’re helping.