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Myopia (Nearsighted) Treatment in Melbourne, FL

Also serving Merritt Island & Suntree

Do you struggle reading road signs and discerning faces until you’re nearly passing them? You could be suffering from myopia, otherwise known as nearsightedness. Luckily, you have a wide variety of treatment options at your disposal.

HOW DO I KNOW IF I HAVE MYOPIA?

Symptoms

If you have myopia, you may see signs of the following:

Blurry Vision
Blurry Vision
Squinting
Squinting to See Clearly
Straining eyes to see
Eye Strain Headaches
Blinking Excessively
Blinking Excessively
Poor Vision While Driving
Poor Vision While Driving
Eye Fatigue
Eye Fatigue

Diagnosis/ Testing for Myopia

Our first-in-class technology suite provides better detection & better outcomes for your vision health.

Eye Health Assessment

This assessment uses an ophthalmoscope to examine different parts of your eye. This is a handheld piece of equipment that the doctor will use to examine your eyes with a light adjusted to the right aperture and filter necessary to see to the back of your eye.

 
Why We Use This Method:

  • This tool allows the doctor to evaluate your pupil responses, optic nerve, retina, cornea, and lens.
  • We use this tool to look for signs of eye diseases or retinal vascular diseases
Muscle Function Test

If you’ve ever had an optometrist ask you to follow an object with only your eyes without moving your head then you’ve completed a muscle function test. The object, commonly a pen or pencil, will be held 40cm from your face while the assessment is completed and generally takes less than 30 seconds to complete. This is performed to check the movement of your eyes in each direction and at specific angles. The doctor will then be able to determine muscle weakness or involuntary eye movement.

 
Why We Use This Method:

  • This checks for uncontrolled eye movement or double vision in patients.
  • We’re also able to identify the following potential problem: nystagmus, strabismus, mechanical restrictions due to traumatic injury.
Visual Acuity or Refraction Test

Visual acuity, otherwise known as a refraction test, is used to determine the degree to which you may be nearsighted, farsighted or have astigmatism. It is performed via computerized test, machine, or by hand. The doctor is looking at the amount of light reflected by your retina to determine your refractive score. This refractive score is one half of your eyeglass or contact prescription.

 

The second part of your prescription is determined using a Phoroptor. It seems complicated and scary, but most people are familiar with this particular piece of equipment. This is pushed in front of your eyes and used as a mask for you to look through. At this point, you will read a chart of letters located roughly 20 feet from where you’re seated.
Why We Use This Method:

  • With refractive tests we can identify the following refractive errors: astigmatism, presbyopia, myopia, and hyperopia.
  • With this test we can diagnose macular degernations, retinal vessel occlusion, retinitis pigmentosa, and retinal detachment.
Binocular Vision Skills Assessment

Binocular vision skills assessment aren’t routinely performed on every patient. But if patients complain of indicative symptoms this can be completed to make sure they aren’t suffering from a difficult to detect visual deficit. Failing this assessment could point to you suffering from improper depth perception, poor eye muscle coordination and the inability to change focus from near to far objects.

Why We Use This Method:

  • If patients are suffering from the following symptoms we will conduct a binocular vision skills assessment: double vision, headaches, eyestrain, and patients with a traumatic brain injury.
  • This assessment identifies the following: oculomotor dysfunctions, accomodative dysfunction, binocular vision dysfunction, strabismus, visual perceptual deficits.
Eye Pressure Test

Your doctor may administer one or more tests to evaluate your intra-ocular pressure. One commonly used test is through the use of a machine, that puffs air into your eye to test IOP call a non-contact tonometry (NCT). The eye bounces the air back to a sensor that reads the pressure automatically. While unpleasant, this test is not painful.

An alternative way to perform this test in the case of a NCT machine being unavailable is through manual testing. Eye drops will be administered and then gentle pressure will be applied to the surface of your eye by the ophthalmologist or using a blue light instrument. This will feel like placing a contact lense in your eye.

The desired range for eye pressure will vary from person to person but your ophthalmologist will determine the correct range for you individually. High intra-ocular pressure could point to glaucoma developing in your eyes which will need to be addressed further by the ophthalmologist.
Why We Use This Method:

  • The major purpose behind testing eye pressure is to identify eyes developing glaucoma.
Color Vision Screening

Color vision screening is used to see how you perceive colors. Color blindness doesn’t generally affect everyday life. It is usually tested using a form of the Ishihara but more intensive forms of assessment are available. Extensive exams look into the type and severity of color blindness while color vision screening only shows if there is a color vision problem.

Why We Use This Method:

  • Identifying color blindness, especially in children, can explain poor performance or learning frustrations.
EYE HEALTH ASSESSMENT
Eye Health Assessment

This assessment uses an ophthalmoscope to examine different parts of your eye. This is a handheld piece of equipment that the doctor will use to examine your eyes with a light adjusted to the right aperture and filter necessary to see to the back of your eye.

 
Why We Use This Method:

  • This tool allows the doctor to evaluate your pupil responses, optic nerve, retina, cornea, and lens.
  • We use this tool to look for signs of eye diseases or retinal vascular diseases
Muscle Function Test
Muscle Function Test

If you’ve ever had an optometrist ask you to follow an object with only your eyes without moving your head then you’ve completed a muscle function test. The object, commonly a pen or pencil, will be held 40cm from your face while the assessment is completed and generally takes less than 30 seconds to complete. This is performed to check the movement of your eyes in each direction and at specific angles. The doctor will then be able to determine muscle weakness or involuntary eye movement.

 
Why We Use This Method:

  • This checks for uncontrolled eye movement or double vision in patients.
  • We’re also able to identify the following potential problem: nystagmus, strabismus, mechanical restrictions due to traumatic injury.
Visual Acuity or Refraction Test in Merritt Island
Visual Acuity or Refraction Test

Visual acuity, otherwise known as a refraction test, is used to determine the degree to which you may be nearsighted, farsighted or have astigmatism. It is performed via computerized test, machine, or by hand. The doctor is looking at the amount of light reflected by your retina to determine your refractive score. This refractive score is one half of your eyeglass or contact prescription.

 

The second part of your prescription is determined using a Phoroptor. It seems complicated and scary, but most people are familiar with this particular piece of equipment. This is pushed in front of your eyes and used as a mask for you to look through. At this point, you will read a chart of letters located roughly 20 feet from where you’re seated.
Why We Use This Method:

  • With refractive tests we can identify the following refractive errors: astigmatism, presbyopia, myopia, and hyperopia.
  • With this test we can diagnose macular degernations, retinal vessel occlusion, retinitis pigmentosa, and retinal detachment.
Binocular Vision Skills Assessment
Binocular Vision Skills Assessment

Binocular vision skills assessment aren’t routinely performed on every patient. But if patients complain of indicative symptoms this can be completed to make sure they aren’t suffering from a difficult to detect visual deficit. Failing this assessment could point to you suffering from improper depth perception, poor eye muscle coordination and the inability to change focus from near to far objects.

Why We Use This Method:

  • If patients are suffering from the following symptoms we will conduct a binocular vision skills assessment: double vision, headaches, eyestrain, and patients with a traumatic brain injury.
  • This assessment identifies the following: oculomotor dysfunctions, accomodative dysfunction, binocular vision dysfunction, strabismus, visual perceptual deficits.
Eye Pressure Test in Melbourne, FL
Eye Pressure Test

Your doctor may administer one or more tests to evaluate your intra-ocular pressure. One commonly used test is through the use of a machine, that puffs air into your eye to test IOP call a non-contact tonometry (NCT). The eye bounces the air back to a sensor that reads the pressure automatically. While unpleasant, this test is not painful.

An alternative way to perform this test in the case of a NCT machine being unavailable is through manual testing. Eye drops will be administered and then gentle pressure will be applied to the surface of your eye by the ophthalmologist or using a blue light instrument. This will feel like placing a contact lense in your eye.

The desired range for eye pressure will vary from person to person but your ophthalmologist will determine the correct range for you individually. High intra-ocular pressure could point to glaucoma developing in your eyes which will need to be addressed further by the ophthalmologist.
Why We Use This Method:

  • The major purpose behind testing eye pressure is to identify eyes developing glaucoma.
Color Vision Screening in Suntree
Color Vision Screening

Color vision screening is used to see how you perceive colors. Color blindness doesn’t generally affect everyday life. It is usually tested using a form of the Ishihara but more intensive forms of assessment are available. Extensive exams look into the type and severity of color blindness while color vision screening only shows if there is a color vision problem.

Why We Use This Method:

  • Identifying color blindness, especially in children, can explain poor performance or learning frustrations.

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Treatment Options

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Glasses
Glasses
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Contacts
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LASIK
Ortho-K in Merritt Island
Ortho-K
Implantable Contact Lenses in Melbourne, FL
Visian ICL

FEATURED TREATMENT OPTION

Visian® Implantable Contact Lenses

These biocompatible lenses are made to be permanent solutions to your nearsightedness. No more hassle with contact lens care or searching for your glasses. Visian® is implanted during a 15 minute procedure – a worthwhile investment for a lifetime of clear vision.

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Visian Contact Lenses in Melbourne, FL
LASIK in Melbourne, FL

FEATURED TREATMENT OPTION

LASIK

LASIK treatments offers a no-lens solution, permanent or otherwise, for your nearsightedness. Walk away from your procedure with improved vision and no stitches. Start living life with clearer vision when you choose LASIK vision correction.

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Myopia FAQ

  • Who is at risk of developing myopia?

    Children will usually begin to showing signs of myopia when they are between the ages of 8 and 12. This is when their eyes are growing and changing. Other indicating signs you can look out for include:

    • Parents with myopia
    • Consistent, close-up work
    • Diabetes or other health concerns
  • What happens if myopia is left untreated?

    If left untreated, your myopia could be a risk factor to develop more severe eye concerns such as cataracts, glaucoma, and retinal detachment.

  • How can I prevent myopia from worsening?

    Practice the following techniques to keep myopia from worsening:

    • Increase exposure to natural daylight
    • Keep rooms well-lit when completing close-up work
    • Don’t hold reading material or electronics too close to your eyes
  • What causes myopia?

    We know what causes nearsightedness within the eye but not the exact cause for the refractive error to originally develop in specific eyes. However, the frequency you complete intensive visual work like reading or using a computer could contribute to your development of myopia.

  • Is myopia hereditary?

    Research points to myopia being more commonly developed by those who have two parents also suffering from myopia. Having parents with myopia may not mean you will develop it as well, but it does suggest you will be more likely to develop myopia at some point in your life.

  • How can I prevent myopia in my eyes?

    Increased exposure to daylight can help to lower your risk of developing myopia. Alternatively, cutting down on close-up work can also reduce risk.