5 Practices for People with Myopia

5 Practices for People with Myopia According to the American Optometric Association, nearly 40% of the U.S. population suffers from myopia or nearsightedness. The National Institute of Health lists myopia as one of the most common eye problems in the world. Experts regard myopia as one of the biggest threats to eye health in the […]

Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) in Myopia

Refractive lens exchange is an internal eye procedure similar to cataract surgery in which the natural lens of the patient is replaced with an intraocular lens. In RLE, the patient doesn’t have a cataract that needs to be removed. RLE has led to rapid, predictable improvement for those suffering with myopia. Intraocular lenses eliminate the […]

Children’s Myopia (Nearsightedness) Risks linked To Smartphone Use

Unlike in the past, when children enjoyed outdoor games and activities, children currently stay locked starting at smartphones. While they enjoy watching videos and playing games, this habit leads to negative effects on their vision. It gets worse when an excessive obsession with using these devices sets in. The use of smartphones has led to […]