Light therapies for myopia control .
Light-based treatments are a new approach to controlling myopia. The best studied so far is repeated low-level red light (RLRL) therapy at 650nm, which has growing evidence for slowing both the onset and progression of myopia in children. This includes children with high myopia and those showing fast progression while wearing orthokeratology lenses.
Other light therapies are in development, such as cyan light-emitting glasses (507nm), bright white light desktop devices, and a VR-like headset that delivers targeted light to the optic nerve. Stay tuned for updates on these exciting new options for myopia management.
Light therapy for myopia control articles.
What is repeated low-level red light (RLRL) therapy? Parents’ guide
We explain how repeated low-level red light therapy works to slow myopia progression in children and teenagers, and when they could be a suitable treatment option.
Which is the best option for myopia control?
Explore the proven treatments for myopia control – including glasses, soft contact lenses, orthokeratology, atropine eye drops, and light therapies.
What is myopia control and why it’s important
Myopia causes blurred vision, affects quality of life and risks eye health. Myopia control gives kids better vision now and healthier eyes in the long term.
Light therapy for myopia control treatments.
Myopia management products
Myopia management products listed by Myopia Profile have been specifically designed for myopia control or myopia management in children, and have some form of regulatory approval or marking for this form of use. They also have randomized controlled trial research data supporting their efficacy, unless otherwise noted. It is up to the individual eye care practitioner to be aware of regulatory requirements for prescribing in their country of practice, and also be aware that not all products are available in all countries.