The use of specially designed and fitted contact lenses to gently reshape the cornea overnight.
Low-dose eye drops containing atropine. Atropine drops are approved by regulatory authorities such as the FDA but not for myopia management indication.
Daily disposable and specially designed soft contact lenses designed for myopia management.
Special glasses designed for myopia management.
| Benefits |
Ortho-K Lenses
|
Atropine Drops
|
Special Daytime Dual
Focused Soft Contact Lense |
Myopia Spectacles (Available in Some Countries)
|
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Efficacy of Myopia Control | ||||
| Improves Confidence | ||||
| Simplifies Sports/Outdoor Activity | ||||
| Easy to Use | ||||
| Needs Parent Involvement | Optional | Yes | No | No |
| Number of In-Office Visits |
Year 1
6-8
Year 2+
2
|
Year 1
4-6
Year 2+
2
|
Year 1
4-6
Year 2+
2
|
Year 1
2-3
Year 2+
2
|
| Financial Commitment | High | Medium | Low | Medium |
Closely monitor and limit screen time.
Encourage outdoor play.
Do not lean into screens and follow the 20/20/20 rule.
Improve lighting in study area.
Allow natural light into occupied rooms.
Play catch with a ball outside.
