- Supporting Visual Health through Myopia Prevention and Fundus Examinations -.
Recently, we have seen a great increase in the number of families suffering from vision loss in their children.
Before I knew it, I was having trouble seeing the words on the blackboard."
'Ever since I started spending more time on my phone or tablet, my eyes started to get tired.'
We often hear such voices.
Recent years,The percentage of children with myopia (visual acuity less than 1.0) is increasing rapidlyand
As is clear from the survey conducted by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology, myopia is becoming a "lifestyle-related disease born of modern society.
At Ikejiri-Ohashi Sera Clinic, we are committed to protecting the important visual function of children,Myopia prevention and control of myopia progression is our focus.
Further,Fundus examination for safe diabetic exercise therapy is also availableAs one of the few clinics in the world that offer a comprehensive vision care service, we manage visual function and overall health in an integrated manner.
What is wrong with children's myopia?
Myopia is a condition in which light is focused in front of the retina, making the distance appear blurred.
Once myopia has progressed, the **"elongation of the length of the ocular axis (i.e., the depth of the eye)," which causes it, cannot be reversed**.
And if this "elongated ocular axis length" continues, the risk of future eye diseases increases, such as the following
- glaucoma
- detachment of the retina
- Macular hemorrhage and degeneration
- Highly myopic fundus changes
In other words,It can lead to future vision problems that cannot be solved by "just wearing glasses."The first is the
Why is myopia increasing now?
For the progression of myopia,Both genetics and environment are involvedI am,
The main reason for the current surge isenvironmental factorIn other words, "modern lifestyles.
- Less time to play outside.
- More time spent looking at phones and tablets
- Studying or reading too close together or for too long
This lifestyle of “long hours spent looking at things up close and little outdoor activity” has a negative impact on children's eyes.
Three measures to slow myopia progression
The clinic uses the following measures based on scientific evidence.
(i) Low-concentration atropine eye drops (0.0251 TP3T)
Once a day by eye drops,Suppresses myopia progression by approx. 431 TP3TStudies have shown that it can be done.
Our clinic will observe the eyes with Smart Eye Camera (SEC), including checking for side effects,
We support them so that they can continue to do so safely.
Eye drops can be purchased at our clinic on a regular basis,Follow-up every 3 months to monitor progressI will do so.
(2) Orthokeratology (contact lenses worn at night)
This method preserves daytime vision by wearing special contact lenses while sleeping to reshape the cornea.
They are especially popular with children who are uncomfortable with glasses and those who play sports.
*This clinic will provide a system of cooperation with an ophthalmologist for those who wish to introduce the system.
(iii) Improvement of daily life
- At least 2 hours of outdoor activity per day
- Take a break every 30-40 minutes to study or use your phone.
- Work at least 30 cm away from the face
suchSmall everyday efforts are very important to protect eye health for a long timeIt is.
Fundus examination to protect the retina, not just visual acuity
At Ikejiri-Ohashi Sera Clinic, we not only check for myopia,Fundus examination can also be performed in the clinicIt is.
Especially important,Fundus examination for diabeticsIt is.
Diabetes mellitus may progress to diabetic retinopathy, a condition in which blood vessels in the retina become damaged, causing bleeding and edema.
Depending on the condition of this retinopathy,Risk that exercise therapy will temporarily increase blood flow to the retina and worsenThere are also
In this clinic,Check fundus findings and adjust intensity and content of exercise according to retinal conditionI will do so.
This is possible only because our clinic handles internal medicine, orthopedics, and rehabilitation as a single unit,Providing exercise therapy that is both safe and effectiveIt is.
Conclusion: Protecting Future Sight is a Choice of Now
Early detection and prevention is the key to myopia.
What you do now will determine the health of your eyes in the future, because they will not return once they have progressed.
At Ikejiri-Ohashi Sera Clinic,
- Non-contact, quick-response vision screening (Spot Vision Screener)
- Low Concentration Atropine Eye Drops to Prevent Myopia Progression
- Retinal safety management through fundus examination
- Lifestyle guidance and exercise therapy
Such as,We have a system in place to provide total support for visual function and overall health.
'I think my eyesight is getting worse, but we'll see...'
I'm worried about the progression of myopia, but I don't know what to do."
In such cases, please consult with us for an "outpatient myopia clinic" or "fundus check.
Together, we will protect your child's future vision and your health.
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