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FELICITATION OF GAUTAM MOTWANI, MYOPIA OPTOMETRY TEAM OF LJ EYE INSTITUTE WITH
CONTROL SPECIALIST AT LJEI YESHWANT SAOJI AND DR RUCHI MITTAL
controlling myopia progression. LDA is indicated of addressing peripheral refraction to reduce
for established progression and can be combined hyperopic defocus using multifocal contact
with other strategies, such as orthokeratology lenses and advanced optical corrections was
or myopia control spectacles. Treatment should also highlighted.
continue until adolescence with gradual tapering
to minimise rebound effects. The workshop also explored theories of myopia
progression, including the lag of accommodation,
A comprehensive approach was advocated, mechanical tension, and peripheral refraction
emphasising lifestyle modifications such as models, offering deeper insights into the
encouraging outdoor activities, reducing screen mechanisms driving myopia. It reinforced the
time, and addressing dietary factors like sodium importance of early diagnosis, patient-centred
and sugar intake. Patient and parent counselling care, and continuous collaboration among eye
were also emphasised, utilising educational care professionals.
videos and tools to demonstrate the impact of
myopia and its control strategies effectively. The workshop was a great success as it
equipped attendees with actionable knowledge
Axial length monitoring on a regular and tools to combat myopia. Such initiatives
basis was emphasised as a critical marker in underscore the significance of education and
monitoring myopia progression. The importance innovation in shaping the future of eye care.
DELEGATES AND TEAM LJEI
58 ̶ THE INDIAN OPTICIAN | JAN-FEB 2025 | REPORT
