Myopia Management Resources For Parents at Rosato Family Eyecare
Myopia, or nearsightedness, is a growing concern for parents as more children are being diagnosed at younger ages. At Rosato Family Eyecare, we provide valuable resources and guidance to help parents manage their child's myopia effectively.
Our goal is to empower you with the knowledge and tools needed to support your child’s eye health and vision development.
Tips for Parents: Holistic Approaches to Myopia Management
Managing myopia isn’t just about corrective lenses; these holistic tips can help support your child’s eye health:
- Increase Outdoor Time: Encourage your child to spend more time outside, as exposure to natural light can help slow the progression of myopia.
- Manage Screen Time: Limit screen time, particularly before bedtime, and ensure your child takes regular breaks from close-up activities.
- Follow the 20-20-20 Rule: Remind your child to look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds every 20 minutes when using screens to reduce eye strain.
- Maintain a Healthy Diet: Incorporate foods rich in omega-3 fatty acids, like fish and flaxseed, to support overall eye health.
- Good Visual Practices: Ensure proper lighting when reading or doing homework and encourage frequent blinking to keep eyes moist.
Support Your Child with Eyewear and Ortho-K Lenses
Eyewear for Children: Specialized eyewear, such as lenses designed for myopia control, can help slow the progression of nearsightedness. These lenses help reduce the strain on your child’s eyes and are an effective part of myopia management.
Ortho-K Lenses: Ortho-K lenses are worn overnight to gently reshape the cornea, allowing your child to experience clear vision during the day without glasses. This non-invasive option not only corrects vision but also helps manage myopia progression, providing freedom and confidence for active children.
Myopia Management Starts with You – The Parent
Your role as a parent is vital in managing your child’s myopia. Regular eye exams, monitoring vision changes, and encouraging healthy visual habits can make a significant difference. Children may not recognize or report vision problems, so it’s crucial for parents to be proactive about eye care.
Protect Your Child’s Vision with Myopia Management at Rosato Family Eyecare
At Rosato Family Eyecare, we are dedicated to slowing the progression of myopia and preserving your child’s eye health. Our personalized myopia management programs to help reduce the risk of long-term complications and support your child’s vision development.
Schedule an appointment to learn more about how we can help manage your child’s myopia and keep their eyes healthy.