Myopia control instruments and software.
Modern instruments for myopia management can measure and track eye length to help diagnose and monitor myopia. In order to do so, these devices use optical biometry, which is the most accurate way to measure eye length and can detect changes in myopia up to ten times more precisely than refraction. They also offer additional diagnostic tests, data analysis tools, and reporting software. This added information supports clearer communication with families, strengthens a myopia management practice, and helps ensure high-quality clinical care.
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Myopia control instrument and software articles.
Keratometry: what to expect
Keratometry is an eye test used to diagnose astigmatism, by measuring the curvature of the cornea, the eye’s clear outermost surface.
Autorefraction: what to expect
Autorefraction is a quick, automated eye test that estimates a person’s prescription. It is commonly used as a starting point for a full eye examination.
Corneal topography: what to expect
Corneal topography is an imaging test that is used to map the shape and curvature of the cornea – the clear, front surface of the eye.
Optical coherence tomography (OCT): what to expect
Optical coherence tomography, or OCT for short, is a non-invasive eye scan that produces detailed cross-sectional images of the eye.
Retinal photography: what to expect
Retinal photography is a safe and painless form of imaging that helps to assess the eye health, detect early signs of disease, and monitor long-term vision health.
Axial length measurement: what to know
Axial length is the length of the eye from the front to the back, and is a key measurement of the eye
Measuring myopia progression using axial eye length
The axial length of the eye is measured from front-to-back, and it grows too long and too quickly in myopia. Myopia control aims to slow axial eye growth.