From Denver to Colorado Springs, Corneal Refractive Therapy Helps Residents of the Rocky Mountain State
Anyone who as ever caught a glimpse of the majestic Rocky Mountains knows just how much of a treat it is for Colorado residents to have these towering peaks in their backyard. Unfortunately, thousands of people in and around the Rocky Mountain State suffer from myopia, the medical term for nearsightedness. Individuals with this vision condition are unable to see things clearly that are far away, which ultimately eliminates them from witnessing the serene backdrop known as the Rocky Mountains. However, a product known as Paragon CRT (corneal refractive therapy) has been developed to help combat myopia and clarify the sight for people not only in Colorado, but also all over the world.
Dr. Bro of the Eye Care Center of Colorado is recognized for expertise in fitting contact lenses for patients with these eye conditions. Fitting and care of corneal reshaping lenses is an emphasis of Dr. Bro's eye care practice.
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Unlike laser eye surgery, corneal refractive therapy is a non-surgical procedure that helps enhance the vision of those suffering from myopia. In the simplest, most non-medical terms, a myopic eye makes it difficult to see far-away objects because it focuses light in front of the retina. Bifocals and contact lenses alleviate this problem by focusing light directly on the retina. Paragon CRT uses a unique method to treat myopia known as corneal reshaping.
How Corneal Refractive Therapy Works
Anyone who has ever been forced to wear contacts or eyeglasses knows just how much of a burden it is day in and day out. Paragon CRT eliminates the need to wear corrective lenses throughout the day. Each night before they go to sleep, those who suffer from nearsightedness can put Paragon CRT lenses in their eyes. While the individuals are sleeping, these rigid corneal reshaping lenses put a small amount of pressure on their eye's cornea, slightly flattening it. This ultimately alters how light is focused when entering the eye. Then, when the patients wake up in the morning, they remove the Paragon CRT lenses and will be able to see clearly throughout the entire day.
While the causes of myopia remain unclear to this day, experts agree that genetics and visionary stress have a direct correlation to the condition. Yet, while its causes may be unclear, advances in modern technology have allowed doctors to come up with new ways to treat myopia, and corneal refractive therapy and corneal reshaping are quickly becoming a leading defense mechanism against this widespread disorder.
Around the world, the picture is becoming clearer, both literally and figuratively, for those who suffer from myopia. In Colorado Springs, Paragon CRT lenses are changing the way people see. Through the use of a simple, nightly vision reshaping treatment, many Coloradans are now able to see their beautiful and scenic state like never before.
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Corneal refractive therapy treatments are available from Colorado Springs Optometrist Dr. Bro. When it comes to determining the corneal reshaping treatment plans to match your condition, he can offer you the most valuable advice on which treatments are the most effective and help you to comfortably improve your vision. Call today to set up an appointment.
