How to Restore Myopia

Myopia is currently a prevalent visual condition, primarily induced by excessive use of electronic devices. Therefore, to manage and potentially slow the progression of myopia, it is essential first to correct unhealthy visual habits—ensuring a proper balance between eye use and rest. Daily screen time should be planned and limited, and placing green plants near computer workstations is recommended. Below, we address the question: “How can myopia be effectively managed or improved?”

How to Manage Myopia

1. Optical Correction: Patients should visit an ophthalmology clinic for a comprehensive refraction examination. Based on the results, appropriately prescribed corrective lenses—either spectacles or contact lenses—can be selected. Contact lenses include soft lenses, rigid gas-permeable (RGP) lenses, and orthokeratology (ortho-k) lenses. For children and adolescents, regular follow-up examinations are strongly advised; once myopia is detected, timely prescription and consistent wear of appropriate corrective lenses are crucial to help prevent rapid progression.

2. Surgical Intervention: Individuals aged 18 years or older with stable myopia may undergo a thorough preoperative evaluation at a qualified ophthalmic center. If deemed suitable, corneal refractive surgery (e.g., LASIK or SMILE) may be performed. For patients with high myopia—particularly those with refractive errors exceeding −10.00 diopters—or those with thin corneas, implantable collamer lens (ICL) surgery offers a viable alternative.

Additional Information: Key Considerations for Myopia Management

1. Maintain healthy visual habits: Maintain an appropriate viewing distance when reading or using electronic devices; avoid reading in bed or while traveling in vehicles.

2. Ensure optimal lighting conditions: Avoid reading in excessively dim or overly bright environments.

3. Increase outdoor activity: Spend time outdoors daily, especially among greenery. Aim for at least one hour of outdoor activity per day (seven hours per week).

4. Practice good ocular hygiene: Refrain from rubbing your eyes with unwashed hands.

5. Undergo regular refraction examinations: Monitor refractive status periodically and ensure corrective lenses remain optimally prescribed.

The above outlines evidence-based strategies for managing myopia. We hope this information proves helpful to you.