Correcting Near-sightedness or Myopia

Near-sightedness, clinically called “myopia,” is a very common vision problem. The commonly used term “near-sighted” is a simple way to understand myopia. Those who suffer from it are able to see nearby objects more clearly than far away objects.

Usually near-sightedness is caused by an eye that is too long or too much curvature of the cornea. The irregular shape of the eye causes incoming light rays to focus in front of the retina rather than directly on it. As a result, images of distant objects appear blurry.

Near-sightedness varies in severity and can be an obstacle in daily life. Recognising friends, safely driving or simply seeing a movie can prove to be a challenge if you suffer from myopia. Many people treat their condition with the use of glasses or contacts, which help to refocus light and create clearer images. For those who are looking for a less restrictive long-term solution, EVO could be a great choice for correcting your myopia.

Correcting Farsightedness or Hyperopia

Farsightedness, clinically called “hyperopia,” is another common vision problem. Someone who is considered “farsighted” can be described as more able to see distant objects when compared with objects that are closer. Farsightedness should not be confused with presbyopia, the condition in which reading nearby objects becomes more difficult, which naturally occurs in everyone as they age.

Farsightedness is typically caused by an eye that is too short. This irregularity in eye shape results in the incoming light rays focusing behind the retina rather than directly on it. As a consequence, images of near objects appear more blurry.

As farsightedness also varies greatly in severity, it can also play a role in hindering daily life.

Correcting Astigmatism

Astigmatism is caused by an irregularly shaped cornea. Instead of having a symmetrically round shape (like a baseball), it is shaped more like a rugby ball, with one meridian being significantly more curved than the meridian perpendicular to it. This irregular shape causes the light rays to focus on multiple focus points either in front of or behind the retina (or both) as a result images are blurred or distorted to some degree at all angles.

Prescription eye wear is effective for correcting astigmatism because the corrective lens can refocus the incoming light and create clearer images. Unfortunately, glasses and contacts are not a permanent solution for correcting astigmatism since they only work when they are being worn.

EVO ICL — Improve your Visual Freedom

While effective for short-term or temporary vision correction glasses and contact lenses have their downsides. They usually can’t be worn at all times and are easily misplaced or damaged, which means many people will find themselves in situations where their vision is compromised. Many people who are near-sighted or farsighted with or without astigmatism seek out alternative solutions for correcting their vision challenges.

The EVO ICL procedure provides an appealing option for correcting many common visual problems. EVO ICL can provide you the freedom to live a life uninhibited by the day to day lifestyle demands of glasses or contacts.