Advanced, Proactive Vision Care for Children at Huntley Eye Care in Huntley, IL

Myopia (nearsightedness) is a progressive condition where distance vision becomes blurred as the eye grows too long. While glasses can correct vision, they do not slow the progression of myopia.

At Huntley Eye Care, we take a proactive, medical approach to managing myopia—focusing not just on clearer vision today, but on protecting long-term eye health. We offer advanced, evidence-based myopia management solutions tailored to each child’s needs, lifestyle, and prescription.

As myopia progresses, it increases the risk of serious eye health conditions later in life, including:

• Retinal detachment
• Glaucoma
• Macular degeneration
• Early cataracts

Slowing myopia progression during childhood is critical to reducing these long-term risks.

• Squinting to see far away
• Sitting very close to screens or the TV
• Difficulty seeing the board at school
• Frequent prescription changes
• Eye strain or headaches

Early detection and treatment can significantly impact long-term outcomes.

The earlier myopia is detected, the more effectively it can be managed. Treatment often begins when myopia is first diagnosed and continues throughout the years of eye growth.

Low-Dose Atropine Therapy

Atropine eye drops are used nightly to help slow the progress of myopia by reducing excessive eye growth.

Benefits of Atropine Therapy:

• Clinically proven to slow myopia progression
• Easy, non-invasive treatment
• Minimal side effects at low doses
• Ideal for younger children or early-stage myopia

MiSight® 1-Day Contact Lenses

MiSight® daily soft contact lenses are FDA-approved myopia control contact lenses specifically designed to correct both vision and slow myopia progression.

Benefits of MiSight®:

• FDA-approved for myopia control
• Daily disposable for convenience and hygiene
• Provides clear vision while actively managing progression
• Safe and effective for children

Orthokeratology (OrthoK)

Orthokeratology uses custom-designed retainer lenses worn overnight to gently reshape the cornea, providing clear vision during day - without glasses or contact lenses.

Benefits of OrthoK:

• Freedom of daytime eyewear
• Slows progression of myopia
• Ideal for active children and athletes
• Completely reversible and non-surgical

Stellest® Lenses

Stellest® lenses for eyeglases are specialized myopia control lenses are designed to slow eye growth while providing clear, comfortable vision.

Benefits of Stellest®:

• Non-invasive and easy to wear
• Designed to reduce myopia progression
• Ideal for children not ready for contact lenses
• Advanced optical technology for consistent results

Families trust Huntley Eye Care for our elevated, medical approach to pediatric vision Care:

• Comprehensive myopia evaluations and tracking
• Advaned diagnostic technology
• Personalized treatment plans
• Personalized treatment plans based on risk factors
• Access to multiple proven treatment options
• Ongoing monitoring to ensure optimal results

At Huntley Eye Care, we provide advanced, customized solutins designed to slow progression and protect your child's future vision

Schedule a myopia consultation today to learn which myopia management option is right for your child.