Medical Disclaimer

Effective Date: February 6, 2026. Last reviewed: February 2026.

Important Notice: MyopiaProgression.com provides general educational information about childhood myopia (nearsightedness) and myopia control options. This website is not a medical provider, does not diagnose or treat any condition, and does not create a doctor-patient relationship. All health decisions for your child should be made in consultation with a qualified eye care professional.

1. Purpose of This Website

MyopiaProgression.com is an educational resource designed to help parents, caregivers, and eye care professionals understand childhood myopia, its progression, and the evidence-based myopia control options currently available. The content is compiled from peer-reviewed research, clinical guidelines, and publicly available medical literature. It is intended to supplement, not replace, the relationship between a patient and their physician.

2. Not Medical Advice

The information provided on MyopiaProgression.com is for general educational and informational purposes only. It is NOT intended as medical advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for professional medical advice from a licensed physician or eye care professional, professional diagnosis of any eye condition, professional treatment recommendations, or a comprehensive eye examination. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay seeking it because of something you have read on this website.

3. No Doctor-Patient Relationship

Use of this website does not create a doctor-patient relationship. MyopiaProgression.com is not a healthcare provider, medical practice, or clinical facility. We do not diagnose conditions, prescribe treatments, provide personalized medical recommendations, or manage patient care. This website is not a covered entity under HIPAA.

4. Information About Children

Every child is different. Information about treatment effectiveness represents general findings from clinical research. Age-specific considerations matter. Statistics are population averages. Parental consent is required for all myopia control treatments.

5. Treatment Information

This website provides educational information about myopia control treatments including orthokeratology, low-dose atropine, MiSight contact lenses, and myopia control spectacle lenses. All treatments carry risks. FDA approval status varies. Costs are estimates only. Treatment effectiveness is not guaranteed. We do not endorse specific products or brands.

6. Risk Assessment Tool

The Myopia Risk Assessment tool is a general educational screening tool only, NOT a clinical diagnostic instrument. It uses simplified algorithms, cannot account for all individual variables, does not measure actual refractive error, and should not be used to make treatment decisions without professional consultation.

7. Vision Simulator

The Vision Simulator provides an approximate visual representation of how different levels of myopia may affect vision. It is a simplified approximation and does not accurately represent how any specific individual perceives the world.

8. Emergency Situations

If your child experiences sudden loss of vision, flashing lights or floaters, eye pain, sudden redness or swelling, chemical exposure, or a foreign object in the eye, seek immediate medical attention. Call 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.

9. Provider Directory

Listing in our directory does not constitute endorsement. Verification is limited. You are responsible for vetting providers. Paid listings exist and are identified where applicable. We are not responsible for provider conduct.

10. Research & Studies

We strive to accurately represent study findings, but summaries are simplified. Medical research is constantly evolving. Study results may not be generalizable to all populations.

11. Accuracy of Information

We make no warranties regarding the completeness, accuracy, reliability, timeliness, or applicability of any information. Content is reviewed periodically but medical knowledge evolves rapidly.

12. External Links

Links to external websites are provided for convenience only. We do not control, endorse, or guarantee external content.

13. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, MyopiaProgression.com shall not be liable for any damages arising from use of this website, decisions based on its content, errors or omissions, health outcomes, or interactions with listed providers. Use of this website is at your own risk.

14. Changes to This Disclaimer

We reserve the right to modify this Medical Disclaimer at any time. Changes are effective immediately upon posting.

15. Contact Us

MyopiaProgression.com, 1905 Sherman Street, Ste 200, Denver, CO 80203, United States. Email: legal@myopiaprogression.com