Your vision is much more complicated than you may think it is. It’s one of your most important senses and helps you explore and understand your world in 3D. Some people’s vision may not develop or function properly, impacting academic performance, sports, work productivity, and social interactions. Vision problems can particularly affect children because they […]
Amblyopia, also known as a lazy eye, most commonly begins in childhood. It can be present at birth, or it can develop as a result of a refractive error like nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism, which can blur the vision in one eye and lead to the brain favouring the other eye. Amblyopia isn’t just a […]
Your eye colour can affect more than just which frames you choose for your glasses. Eye colour has as close a connection with overall eye health as many other parts of your eyes, and the colour of your unique eyes can have several interesting effects. It’s true that people with a lighter eye colour, such […]
Vision is one of our most essential senses. But it’s more than just 20/20 eyesight. It’s about taking in visual information, gaining understanding, and connecting with our surroundings. And when it comes to sports, having excellent vision is crucial for peak performance. Sports vision refers to the visual capabilities needed for optimal performance in sports. […]
How limited do you feel by your options for glasses frames because of how thick your lenses are? You might not have to settle for thick lenses. Lens thickness is often determined by the lens index, which helps determine how thick or thin your lenses will be based on your prescription. The higher the lens […]
How do you feel when you wear your glasses? If your glasses are new, they may not feel quite right at first—that’s normal, and there are several reasons why new glasses often have an adjustment period. The 5 common issues that make new glasses feel weird or uncomfortable include the following: Your glasses have not […]
Recovering from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can be challenging—but it’s not something anyone has to do alone. Healthcare professionals can provide support for everything from physical recovery to vision therapy. Sometimes, the visual effects and recovery associated with TBIs can go overlooked because of other serious effects, resulting in lasting changes to a person’s […]
When it comes to shielding your eyes, sunglasses are an essential item to have. Not only do they make you look stylish, but they can also provide various benefits to your eye health. Sunglasses are an important tool for protecting your eyes from sun exposure, which can increase your risk of developing certain eye conditions. […]
Eye doctors can use vision therapy to strengthen the brain-eye connection to help improve vision in children and adults, and can serve as part of the treatment for several eye conditions. You may be able to find eye exercises online that you can do at home, but it’s important to consult your optometrist because vision […]
Cataracts are an age-related condition that affects the eye’s natural lens. Astigmatism is a refractive error that occurs when the shape of the cornea or lens impacts how the eyes refract (bend) light. There are different treatments for each of these conditions, but in some cases, cataract surgery can correct astigmatism. But the surgery isn’t […]
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