Eye Exam (Refraction)

An eye refraction is a test used to measure your eye’s ability to focus light and determine if you need corrective lenses (such as glasses or contact lenses). This process helps identify any refractive errors, such as: • Myopia (nearsightedness) – Difficulty seeing objects at a distance. • Hyperopia (farsightedness) – Difficulty seeing objects up close. • Astigmatism – Blurred vision caused by an irregularly shaped cornea. • Presbyopia – Age-related difficulty focusing on close objects.   Unlike a comprehensive eye exam, which includes testing for eye diseases like glaucoma or macular degeneration, our refraction service focuses specifically on determining the precise prescription for your lenses. However, we’re leveraging the latest in tele-health technology to make the process seamless and highly accurate. After your refraction, your results will be reviewed by a licensed optometrist remotely, ensuring a quick and convenient experience without compromising on quality.   Our address is: 104 E 3rd Street Rock Falls, IL 61071   This is a great option for those who need updated prescriptions but may not require a full medical eye exam at this time. If you need a comprehensive eye health evaluation, we’d be happy to recommend a trusted local provider as well. NOTE: After your appointment is scheduled, we will email you the intake form to complete at home (save time), or you can complete in store.   How Our Eye Exam Process Works Our refraction-only eye exam is a fast, simple, and highly accurate way to update your glasses prescription. Using state-of-the-art technology, the process is completely in-office, with results reviewed by an Illinois licensed eye doctor. Step 1: Complete a Quick Intake Form You’ll fill out a brief medical history, either at home before your appointment or in our office when you arrive. Step 2: Measure Your Current Glasses (Auto Lensmeter) We place your current glasses in an auto lensmeter, which reads your existing prescription and uploads the results directly to the system. Step 3: Measure Your Eye’s Focusing Power (Auto Refractor) Next, you’ll look into an auto refractor, where a gentle light measures how your eye focuses. It calculates your baseline prescription by analyzing how light reflects off the back of your eye (the retina). Step 4: Fine-Tune Your Prescription (Digital Phoropter) Finally, a certified technician remotely operates our digital phoropter, switching lenses as you answer the classic "Which is better: 1 or 2?" This fine-tunes your prescription in real time for the sharpest, most comfortable vision. Accurate, Reliable, and Backed by Our Perfect Vision Guarantee 100% digital results—Every measurement is automatically uploaded to the eye doctor, eliminating typos and human error. Perfect Vision Guarantee—If you’re not completely satisfied with your prescription, retesting is free for 90 days. With no appointment needed, our system makes updating your prescription quick, easy, and stress-free! FAQ's This is a tele-health eye refraction. We have the necessary machines at our physical location to perform a very accurate and thorough vision test. The results of each machine are securely stored in the cloud to be reviewed by an Illinois licensed Optometrist. You will speak with a remote technician during the subjunctive eye test via video conference. Children must be at least 8 years old and accompanied by an adult. You can reschedule your appointments as needed (no fee). Distance and reading focal lengths are thoroughly tested with our Perfect Vision guarantee. Should you need a reevaluation, it will be done completely free within 90 days.  You will receive a paper copy of your prescription (signed by an Illinois licensed Optometrist) via email and/or a paper copy the following business day. At UseMyFrame.com, we are committed to transparency and customer choice. That’s why we never withhold your prescription after an eye exam. Your prescription will be ready by the next business day, giving you the freedom to purchase glasses wherever you prefer. We fully comply with the FTC’s updated rules, which prohibit pressuring customers into buying eyewear from the same location where they receive their eye exam. Our priority is your satisfaction and ensuring you have access to high-quality care without obligation. No insurance is accepted, but we do provide detailed sales receipts for you to submit. Check with them about how much they will cover and if any additional information is needed ahead of time. Our NPI # 1205644929 Be early for your appointment, we can only hold it for 5 minutes. Scheduling an appointment isn't required (but preferred), but walk-ins are welcome. You can book your appointment through our website by clicking the, “Book Now” button and selecting the day and time that works best for you.