What is short-sightedness (myopia)?

Short-sightedness, also known as myopia, is a very common eye condition affecting around 1 in 3 people in the UK.

Myopia causes distant objects (such as a classroom board or road signs) to appear blurred, while close-up vision remains clear. It is usually corrected with glasses or contact lenses.  Myopia most commonly begins in childhood, often between the ages of 6 and 13, and can continue to worsen as the eyes grow.

Common signs of myopia in children include:

• Difficulty seeing clearly at a distance
• Sitting close to the TV or holding devices very near
• Frequent headaches or eye strain
• Rubbing the eyes often
• Squinting to see clearly

Myopia often runs in families, and if it progresses quickly it can lead to higher prescriptions over time.  That is why early detection and management is so important.

There is however a new lens to treat myopia in children.

Introducing MiYOSMART – an innovative lens

The MiYOSMART spectacle lens is based on revolutionary Defocus Incorporated Multiple Segments (D.I.M.S.) Technology.  With this technology, the lens provides a full vision correction and has a ring-shaped treatment zone to slow down myopia progression. The combination of the focus zone and treatment zone provides clear vision and manages myopia simultaneously.

Designed to suit an active life

MiYOSMART spectacle lenses have an easy-to-clean anti-reflective, durable coating. With MiYOSMART’s Eye Shield, youngsters get the added assurance of an impact resistant material and UV protection.

Peace of Mind Guarantee

If a child’s myopia progresses -0.75D or more in 12 months, we will replace 1 pair of lenses at no charge.

Warranty Offer

• One month “no quibble” peace of mind guarantee will now cover both non tolerance and scratching.

• Further 11-month scratch warranty – 50% discount on one pair of lenses replaced due to scratching.
• Other Terms & Condition apply – ask in branch for more details.

To find out more about the MiYOSMART lens, please speak to your local branch.

The University Valli Myopia Clinic

At University Valli Opticians, we offer a dedicated Myopia Management Clinic designed to help slow the progression of short-sightedness in children.

This specialist service goes beyond a standard sight test by combining expert clinical care with advanced technology to monitor how a child’s eyes are developing.

Advanced monitoring with Lenstar Biometry

One of the most important indicators of myopia progression is axial length – the physical growth of the eye.

Our clinic uses a Lenstar Biometer, an advanced scanner not available in most high street practices, to measure eye growth with exceptional accuracy.

This allows us to:

• Assess a child’s risk of rapid progression
• Track changes over time
• Tailor treatment plans more precisely
• Monitor results with confidence

If you are concerned about your child’s short-sightedness, or have noticed their prescription changing quickly, our team is here to help.

To book in for an eye test, click here.