The Role of Axial Length in Modern Myopia Management

Dr. Ryan Corte discusses the importance of measuring axial length in myopia management, how to incorporate it into clinical practice, and the benefits of using biometers for tracking eye growth over time.Chapters00:00 Understanding Myopia and Axial Length02:48 The Importance of Tracking Axial Length04:24 Integrating Axial Length Measurements in Practice07:06 Utilizing Technology for Myopia Management10:08 Choosing the Right Equipment for Axial Length Measurement12:56 Future of Myopia Management in OptometryTakeawaysAxial length tells you where the eye is heading, refraction shows where it is today.Measuring axial length helps predict and manage myopia progression.Contact biometers are cost-effective and space-efficient tools for practices.Tracking eye growth over time educates parents and improves treatment decisions.ResourcesDGH Scanmate A Contact Biometer: https://www.dghtech.com/products/scanmate-aOculus Myopia Master: https://www.oculus.com/medical/myopia-master/Topcon MYAH Biometer: https://www.topconmedical.com/products/myahZeiss IOLMaster: https://www.zeiss.com/meditec/en/products/biometry/iolmaster.htmlHaag-Streit Lenstar: https://haag-streit.com/en/lenstar/