Our Services
Nearsightedness is on the rise — but with early intervention and advanced strategies, its progression can be significantly slowed.
"Myopia often starts in childhood and progresses rapidly — early management is the key to protecting long-term vision."
Myopia Management
Do distant objects seem fuzzy while those up close are crystal clear? Are you struggling with eye strain, headaches, or finding yourself squinting more often? You might be dealing with myopia, also known as nearsightedness.
Myopia or shortsightedness is when you can see nearby objects clearly, but those farther away appear blurry. This happens either because the eye becomes slightly stretched or the cornea has an excessive curve, causing light to concentrate before it reaches the retina.
Myopia often starts during childhood and may continue to change until early adulthood. Our team at East Rand Mall Optometrists offer specialised services in myopia management, providing both immediate relief and strategies to slow down the progression of your condition, potentially lessening the frequency of prescription changes and protecting long-term eye health.
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Signs of Myopia
Blurred vision when looking at distant objects. This is the most noticeable and common symptom of myopia.
Frequent squinting to try to see clearly, especially when watching TV or reading the board at school.
Feeling eye fatigue or strain, particularly after extended periods of focusing on distant objects.
Regular headaches and difficulty seeing clearly while driving, during sports, or in other distance-dependent activities.
How We Diagnose
Overall Eye Health Assessment
A thorough examination of the internal and external structures of your eye to establish a complete picture of your ocular health.
Visual Acuity Test
We evaluate vision clarity at different distances to determine the extent of your nearsightedness and how much correction is needed.
Refraction & Corneal Assessment
A refraction test identifies the degree of nearsightedness, and we also examine the curve of your cornea, which is a telling indicator of myopia.
Treatment
Our treatment is tailored to your individual needs and the degree of your myopia. We offer a range of solutions, from conventional correction to advanced approaches designed to slow progression.
Prescription glasses and contact lenses offer immediate visual clarity for myopic patients. While they are the most common solution, they do not slow the underlying progression of myopia. They remain an essential part of any management plan.
Low-dose atropine eye drops ease the eye muscles and have been clinically shown to significantly reduce the rate of myopia progression in children and young adults. This is a carefully managed treatment monitored by our optometrists over time.
A non-invasive method using specially designed contact lenses worn overnight that gently reshape the cornea, adjusting the refractive error. This provides clear vision during the day without glasses, and has been shown to slow myopia progression in younger patients.
Featured Solution
HOYA MiYOSMART spectacle lenses use innovative Defocus Incorporated Multiple Segments (D.I.M.S.) technology to correct myopic vision while simultaneously slowing its progression. Developed in partnership with The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, MiYOSMART is one of the most clinically validated myopia management solutions available today.
Clinically proven to reduce myopia progression by up to 60%, MiYOSMART lenses offer an effective, non-invasive daytime solution, making them ideal for children and young adults who are not yet ready for contact lenses or other interventions.
The lenses look and function exactly like standard spectacle lenses, meaning there is no lifestyle disruption — just measurable results.
Patient Experiences
"Absolutely fantastic service! The team was so welcoming and professional. My eye test was thorough and explained step by step. Left with a beautiful pair of frames and could not be happier. Will definitely be back."
Melissa van der Merwe
Boksburg
"I have been a patient here for many years. The optometrists are knowledgeable, thorough, and genuinely caring. The frontline staff are always friendly and efficient. Excellent practice — highly recommend to anyone in the East Rand area."
André Kruger
Benoni
"Brought my children in for their eye tests and the experience was wonderful. The staff were patient and gentle, making the kids feel completely comfortable. Great selection of frames too. We will be coming back every year!"
Nomsa Dlamini
Germiston