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 […]
Myopia, commonly known as nearsightedness, is an eye condition that usually develops in childhood and adolescence. It’s the inability to see distant objects clearly, while nearby objects are visible. Many people wonder if myopia is reversible. While there’s no cure, treatments that control myopia, such as glasses and contact lenses, can help slow its progression. […]
There’s a misconception that vision therapy is eye exercise. While this is partly true, it’s not only eye exercises. Vision therapy is like physical therapy for your eyes that can improve visual skills such as eye movement control, depth perception, and focus. Both adults and children can benefit from vision therapy. But can you do […]
Contact lenses can be a great alternative to eyeglasses. They offer flexible vision correction with benefits such as an increased field of vision and more freedom for sports and other activities. In order to maintain healthy vision while wearing contact lenses, it’s important to have regular eye exams. The frequency of eye exams for people […]
If you are experiencing headaches after a long day at work or school, it may be due to eye strain. Staring at a computer or smartphone screen for a prolonged period can cause your eyes to become fatigued, which causes eye strain. While digital eye strain, or computer vision syndrome, is the most common form […]
The human eye is a remarkable organ that allows us to see the world, but eyes are also vulnerable to damage from various sources. One such source of damage everyone should be careful of is UV light. But did you know that people with blue eyes can be more susceptible to UV damage? According to […]
A lazy eye, also known as amblyopia, is a common vision disorder that occurs when the brain and the affected eye do not work together correctly, leading to reduced vision in one eye. A lazy eye might be able to be corrected with vision therapy, using evidence-backed techniques to address errors in visual skills. An […]
Vision is one of the most important senses, and a pair of glasses or contact lenses can make all the difference in your day-to-day activities. If you are experiencing distorted or blurry vision, then a proper eyeglass prescription can help to correct these problems. It is normal for your eye prescription to change over time […]
If you have ever had an eye examination and received a glasses prescription, you may have been curious about all the numbers recorded on the piece of paper. For people with astigmatism, you will likely see three numbers written in a form similar to S x C x Axis. This refers to spherical, cylinder, and […]
Myopia can severely affect quality of life by making everyday activities more challenging, especially without proper care to manage the condition. Vision therapy may be an option to alleviate symptoms related to myopia and make life a little easier. Vision therapy involves a personalized approach to improving vision through dedicated exercises. With these approaches, we […]
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