A variety of conditions can impact the health and functionality of our eyes, such as cataracts, glaucoma, and refractive errors. In some cases, your doctor may recommend a surgical procedure to address these issues and to improve vision.
As surgical procedures continue to advance, it helps to understand each of the different types of eye surgery, their specific purpose, and what to expect during and after each of the procedures.
There’s nothing quite like curling up with a great book. On the other hand, there’s nothing quite as frustrating as not being able to finish your current chapter because your eyes are strained, watery, and feeling tired and achy.
Eye strain, also known as digital eye strain or computer vision syndrome, is a widespread issue that often affects those who spend long hours reading or working on computer screens.
According to the American Optometric Association, an estimated 60% of American adults report experiencing eye strain on a regular basis. The same report found that over 80% of children aged 10-17 also report frequent symptoms of eye strain, but most often after extended use of a digital device.
When you first learn to drive, you are taught to use your peripheral vision to check your mirrors and blind spots, but what exactly is peripheral vision?
What are the limits to a human’s peripheral vision? If you notice changes in your peripheral vision, is your eye or your brain affected? Most importantly, what types of eye disease or brain conditions result in a loss of peripheral vision?
Your eyes cannot escape the hands of time. And so, your vision develops and change over the course of your life.
Considering how much your eyes change throughout your life, it’s important to be aware of key aspects of eye health and vision changes that are specific to each phase of life.
If you’ve relied on contact lenses for an extended time, it’s possible to develop some form of contact lens intolerance.
As a teenager or college student, you may have contact lenses in for hours and hours and have no problems or discomfort. However, as you age, you may find it difficult to make it through an entire workday. What gives? Let’s take a look at the issue now known as contact lens intolerance.
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