Children who lead an active lifestyle might find wearing contact lenses or eyeglasses uncomfortable. Orthokeratology (ortho-K) is a popular alternative to eyeglasses and contact lenses, but is it a viable option for your child? Alderwood Optical, the premier eye doctor in the area, sheds light on this question below.
This eye care solution involves the use of specially designed contact lenses that temporarily curb myopia. Unlike regular contact lenses, these are only worn overnight. They gently reshape the corneas of the eye, allowing your child to see better and clearer during the day. Because your child won’t need to wear eyeglasses or contacts during the day, there will be less to worry about as they play their favorite sport.
Ortho-K is a painless, non-invasive, effective vision treatment method for people who play sports that make glasses or contacts inconvenient or hazardous. To determine if your child is a good candidate for this option, take them to Alderwood Optical, the area’s leading optical care provider.
Ortho-K lenses are only worn during the night, which means that during the day, your child won’t need any corrective eyewear. Regular contact lenses are still an exceptional option for vision correction, but they can dry out or become dislodged, plus they are unsafe for water activities. For active children who don’t want to deal with daily lens care, ortho-K may be a more appealing option.
For more info on ortho-K, look no further than your trusted optometrist, Alderwood Optical. With this treatment option, we can ensure your child enjoys a lifetime of clear, healthy eyesight as they play the sport they love. We proudly serve Lynnwood and Bothell, WA. Call us today at (425) 771-8472 or fill out this contact form to schedule your eye evaluation.