What Is Astigmatic Myopia?
Jun 29, 2022
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Chen You
Introduction
Astigmatism and myopia are both types of refractive errors—two distinct refractive states. Although both conditions lead to decreased visual acuity, they produce different types of image distortion. Myopic astigmatism is primarily caused by improper use of the eyes in daily life. Therefore, to promote recovery from myopic astigmatism, proper eye usage is essential. For example, maintain correct posture and viewing distance during reading and writing.
In daily life, regularly massaging the eyes can aid in the recovery from myopia and astigmatism, as well as support overall eye health. Key acupoints around the eyes—such as Qingming (GB1) and Tianzhu (BL10)—should be gently massaged for approximately 10 minutes each session, three times per day. This massage effectively stimulates acupoints, enhances local blood circulation, and helps alleviate symptoms of myopia and astigmatism. But what exactly is “myopic astigmatism”?
What Is Myopic Astigmatism?
Astigmatism and myopia are both types of refractive errors—but they represent distinct refractive conditions. Although both lead to reduced visual acuity, they produce different types of image distortion. Myopic astigmatism primarily results from improper or excessive use of the eyes over time. Therefore, promoting recovery requires first adopting proper eye-use habits. For instance, when reading or writing, ensure lighting is ample yet soft. Maintain a distance of 30–40 cm between your eyes and the book. Avoid reading while lying down. Additionally, when using smartphones or computers, position the screen slightly below eye level—this helps prevent astigmatism progression and supports recovery.
Maintaining correct posture is a crucial strategy for preventing both myopia and astigmatism. During daily activities such as reading, writing, or working on a computer, always sit upright with appropriate ergonomics. Choose a chair height suited to your body size. When reading or doing homework, keep a minimum distance of 35 cm between your eyes and the material.
In daily life, cultivate healthy lifestyle and dietary habits. We hope this information proves helpful to you.
