Hyperopia, or long-sightedness, is a vision condition that can affect a child’s ability to see clearly at close distances. If left uncorrected, it can lead to eye strain, headaches, and difficulties with reading or learning. Early detection and timely intervention are essential to support comfortable, clear vision and healthy visual development.
Our optometrists provide comprehensive evaluation and evidence-based management of hyperopia in a supportive clinical setting.
How We Manage Hyperopia
Comprehensive Eye Examination
We begin with a comprehensive eye examination to assess the degree of your child’s hyperopia. Our thorough assessment includes evaluating visual acuity, binocular vision, focusing ability, eye health, and any other relevant visual factors. Early treatment plays a vital role in protecting their vision, reducing symptoms, and supporting successful learning and development.
Prescription Glasses (Plus Lenses)
Convex (plus) lenses are the most common and effective method for correcting hyperopia. These lenses help focus light correctly onto the retina, by converging the light rays and bringing the focal point forw. These lenses reduce eye strain, headaches, and focusing difficulties often caused by uncorrected hyperopia.
Advantages:
- Provides clear, comfortable vision at both distance and near.
- Reduces eye strain, headaches, and visual fatigue during reading or close work.
- Supports healthy visual development and learning in young children.
- Wide range of frame and lens options to suit comfort and lifestyle needs.
- Easy, safe, and effective for children of all ages.
Contact Lenses
Contact lenses offer a clear, natural field of vision and are an excellent alternative to spectacles for older children and teens with hyperopia. They provide stable visual clarity, reduce distortion sometimes experienced with high hyperopic glasses, and support comfortable vision during sports and daily activities. With modern lens materials, contacts are safe, breathable, and easy to use for motivated children.
Advantages:
- Clear, natural vision with improved peripheral awareness.
- Ideal for sport and active lifestyles.
- Reduced magnification and distortion compared to high-plus glasses.
- Available in daily-disposable options for convenience and hygiene.
- Comfortable and suitable for responsible children and teens.
Vision Therapy (Focusing & Binocular Training)
Some children with hyperopia experience focusing difficulties or eye-teamwork issues, which can cause fatigue, reduced reading endurance, or learning challenges. Vision therapy aims to improve eye coordination, focusing ability, and visual efficiency. This treatment enhances comfort and performance in school and near-vision tasks.
Advantages:
- Improves focusing stamina and near-vision comfort.
- Supports reading fluency, comprehension, and attention.
- Reduces symptoms such as headaches, blur, or visual fatigue.
- Tailored programs based on your child’s specific visual needs.
- Can be combined with glasses for optimal results.
Protect Your Child’s Vision with Expert Hyperopia Care
While spectacles do not cure hyperopia, they play a key role in reducing symptoms and making daily tasks more comfortable.
- Use corrective glasses or contact lenses to improve near vision
- Take regular breaks from close-up tasks like reading or screen time
- Encourage outdoor activities to reduce eye strain from near tasks
- Practice proper reading and viewing distances to reduce discomfort
- Opt for refractive surgery in adults for a permanent solution (if suitable)
- Educate children about the importance of wearing glasses as prescribed
- Support children with special tools or accommodations if they experience learning difficulties due to hyperopia
At Eyecare Kids, our optometrists are dedicated to supporting children with hyperopia by providing the latest evidence-based treatments to ensure clear, comfortable vision at all distances. We’re committed to helping your child thrive by addressing their visual needs early and guiding you through every step of their care. Our goal is to protect their vision, support healthy visual development, and give them the confidence to learn, play, and grow.
If you’re concerned about your child’s vision or suspect they may have amblyopia, don’t wait – schedule a comprehensive eye exam with us.
Our caring optometrists are dedicated to providing personalised care, from diagnosis to treatment and follow-up care, all in a warm and friendly environment.
Book an appointment today and take the first step towards better vision and long-term eye health for your child!