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Many of the topics here originate from your e-mails, or from Quora, or threads in our Facebook group, or even YouTube comments on occasion.  Natural myopia control is a wide ranging and complex subject, and this might be the section to find answers to some of your questions.  Browse and discover!

Study: Bifocal Contact Lenses For Myopia Control

Bi-focal contact lens study:  72% reduction in myopia progression.  80% reduction in the rate of axial elongation.YES.  More mainstream science proving that myopia isn't the uncontrollable lens-selling, profit pooping monster, which the optic shop sales minion will describe to you in all sort of lurid detail.  Feast your eyes upon this one:Bifocal contacts control myopia progression better than multifocal spectaclesAller TA, et al. Optom Vis Sci. 2016;doi:10.1097/OPX.0000000000000808.March 29, 2016In the CONTROL study, distance center bifocal contact lenses offered greater control over myopia progression and axial [...]

By |Eyesight Health: Evidence Based Science|
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Pro Topic: Differential Now, Normalized In 4-6 Weeks

Semi-pro topic, this one.  A supportive optometrist is a great idea for any type of lens adventure.  Be aware of local laws regarding prescription lenses.  This as usual, not optometry or medical (as if!) advice.  Sometimes we get students, just starting out with BackTo20/20, already having changed their distance lenses, as well as the close-up.  Not ideal!  This erroneous approach tends to manifest in forum posts, trying to untangle what now doesn't flow with the initial set of instructional sessions. [...]

By |Glasses, Nearsighted: How To's|
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Some Interesting Forum Commentary

If you're following my semi-secret Instagram, you probably figured out that we've been on a family beach weekend.  Out of town trips make the girl happy.  Not the easiest of undertakings, with a wee small one.There are also friends visiting, business is being discussed, and yours truly is a little exhausted from all the mandatory social interactions.  I'm not the best at dealing with heaps of people for more than a few hours, and right now I'd happily hide in [...]

By |Shortsighted: More Guides|
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A Brief History of Myopia Correction

Written by DespinaContributing OptometristMyopia correction goes way, way back. The concept of myopia has been known for over 2000 years and was first described by none other than the ancient Greeks.It was a lot later, though, around 1000 AD, that our anscesters noticed that a curved piece of glass could magnify and clarify things, and this was credited to the scientist and mathematician Alhazen, who first described the many properties of light. First corrections were for presbyopia and long-sight. Myopia [...]

By |Vision Health|
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WARNING: “Investor Owned” Optometry Practices

Steve, who is a long time participant and active contributor in the forum, posts "The Dark Side of the vision industry" in the forum:No, I’m not talking about Star Wars, but I’m sure Jake will find an appropriate image to convey this post. Counting on you, Jake!So, we have learned much about the clinical side of optometry and ophthalmology offices and how most only care about the “old timey” pseudoscience that is furthering the prevalence of myopia to epidemic proportions. [...]

By |Questionable Therapy|
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The Case Of The Mysterious Sprinkler Head Breakage

Dead horses theme, today.  It's so satisfying, I can't help it!  Let me just beat it this one more time, and we'll move on to more productive shores.  Just one quick round, in video format today, and then we'll head on to more Q&A and things you can use for tangible action.Ready?First though, a quick story.You have this lawn care guy.  Decent, friendly fellow.  He comes every Thursday, mows the lawn, and takes care of the sprinklers.  And every time he comes, he [...]

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All contents on this site should be considered research material only.  We are not offering medical advice or treatment or cures for any illnesses. The reduced lens method is strictly experimental. Before considering taking steps to control your own myopia, you should definitely visit a qualified ophthalmologist for a comprehensive eyesight checkup.   Specific diagnoses illnesses aside,  most) myopia may be considered to not be an illness at all.  Most myopia is likely just a matter of environmental strain, and excessive prescription use.  You yourself may be able to control and reduce your own myopia by 1) managing eye strain, 2) conservative prescription lens use, and 3) targeted positive stimulus. We recommend finding a prevention minded optometrist to supplement your journey with professional advice and prescription management help.  While not a requisite, a supportive optometrist may make your journey that much more enjoyable! Potential Side Effects: (1) You may experience astigmatism-like symptoms, especially if you reduce too fast or without paying attention to this (transient) symptom. Search our Youtube channel or Website for 'transient astigmatism'. This can easily be prevented or managed. (2) Some people report an increase in eye floaters when practicing active focus. In general floaters are considered harmless but a sudden increase in floaters should be evaluated by a medical trained professional, as they could be a sign of retinal detachment or other serious medical condition. Generally taking it easy, not over straining, practicing gently and with patience should help. (3) Headaches. You're taking on a very much unsanctioned self-experiment changing diopters. Anytime you overdo things or change too much or aren't educating yourself first, you may expose yourself to strain symptoms. You should be experiencing no pain, headaches, or discomfort if you do things correctly!