Vision is an integral part of helping children grow and discover knowledge. Our visual system develops from black-and-white blurred images at the age of 0 to full vision at the age of 8, during which the eye may become amblyopic if visual function is impaired, causing irreversible damage.
A study by the Hong Kong Polytechnic University found that 61.5% of 12-year-old children have myopia.
Vision problems may hinder their social activities and academic development. Moreover, some eye diseases, such as amblyopia, have no obvious symptoms on the surface, and children are not aware that they have vision problems. If they do not have regular eye examinations, the problem may not be diagnosed for months or years. Therefore, detecting problems as early as possible can help prevent and alleviate eye problems. In fact, vision problems are easier to treat while a child's vision is still developing (up to age 7 or 8).
Early Signs of Vision Problems in Children
Indicating that they have a headache
Blinking or rubbing their eyes frequently
Tilting their head or squinting their eyes to allow
themselves to see things
Covering one eye while reading or viewing
an electronic screen
Poor hand-eye coordination
Inability to see things in the distance
or at close range
近距離的事物
Red or watery eyes
水汪汪的眼睛
Indicating that they have blurred vision
or double vision
Missing or confusing words
when reading
Comprehensive Eye Examination for Children
The Comprehensive Eye Examination Program for Children of EC Eye can test children's refraction, such as myopia and hyperopia, as well as eye problems such as astigmatism, strabismus and amblyopia. Through testing, children’s eye problems can be detected early and the golden treatment period can be grasped.
兒童全面眼睛視光檢查計劃(4至16歲適用)包括：
Vision Acuity
Refractive examination
(Myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism check)
Pupillary Reflex
Intraocular Pressure Check
Ocular Mobility Examination
Colour Vision Tests
(to test the ability to distinguish colours)
Stereoscopic vision
Binocular slit lamp examination
Dilated pupil fundus examination
Eye Examination Schedule
A comprehensive vision screening should be conducted every six months to ensure normal sight development and to detect or monitor any eye diseases. Having a good vision is crucial to their learning and overall development. Through regular eye examinations, you can detect eye problems early and take advantage of the golden treatment period.
Comprehensive Eye Examination for Children FAQs
How often should children have their eyes checked?
Children should have a comprehensive vision examination every six months to ensure normal vision development and to detect or monitor any eye diseases.
At what age is the golden age for children to have vision correction?
The golden age for children’s vision correction is before the age of 8, so having a vision test (or myopia test) and identifying problems as early as possible can help prevent and alleviate eye problems. See more plan.Myopia Control for Children方案。
Will children with astigmatism get better on their own?
Astigmatism is mostly congenital or hereditary, difficult to prevent, and irreversible. Developing good habits and regular vision examinations are still helpful to protect vision.
Does the eye exam plan include color blindness testing?
- Our comprehensive eye examination includes 10 examinations including color blindness test, vision examination, refraction examination, and fundus examination.