Abstract

Arabind Kumar*, Deeraj B. C. and Bhumika V.

ABSTRACT

Myopia or shortsightedness is a type of refractive error in which parallel rays of light coming from infinity are focused in front of the retina when accommodation is at rest.[1] Some common etiology of Myopia includes varying in Axial length, Curvatural type, Myopia due to excessive accommodation, Congenital cause, Traumatic cause leads to reduced distant vision, Astenopic symptoms, Headache.[2] Refractive correction, contact lens and surgical treatment are some of practiced management for Myopia. Eye exercises are some protocols performed to Relax the Astenopic eyes which include Palming, Long swing, Short swing, Circular swing, Candle practice with proper Eye education which can reduce the symptoms of myopia.[3]