Why I’m Thinking About Baseball And Your Vision This Week

Author: Orlin Sorensen

September 1st, 2010

It’s been said that hitting a baseball thrown by a major league pitcher is one of the most difficult tests of the hand-eye coordination of an athlete. But that’s not what got me thinking about baseball players and the issues of vision. Jeff Baker was playing third base for the Chicago Cubs and had to be...

Corneal Transplants and How to Keep it from Getting That Far

Author: Orlin Sorensen

August 31st, 2010

Science is an amazing thing, and I continue to be wowed by corneal transplants. The cornea can be thought of as your eye’s windshield, the clear protective covering that keeps dirt and other particles from reaching the iris and retina. The bad part is, just like your windshield, over the years the cornea tends to develop...

Researchers Investigating How Wolfberries Might Offer Natural Way To Improve Sight

Author: Orlin Sorensen

August 27th, 2010

It’s no secret that a variety of medical conditions can impact your vision even if they affect other areas of your body. The interconnected relationship our organs have can mean that blood circulation issues and even diabetes can affect your ability to read this article. That’s why I thought it was interesting when I saw that...

Multi-Focal Glasses May Offer Too Many Options for Older Americans

Author: Orlin Sorensen

August 24th, 2010

Rebuilding your eyesight with tools like exercises and the right supplements can be a great way to improve the way you see the world. As you get older, it can also limit your medical bills, and I’m not just talking about visits to the optometrist. As we age, our eyes can wear out in different regions,...

Lasik Surgery May Help, But Your Wallet Will Scream

Author: Orlin Sorensen

August 10th, 2010

Corrective eye surgery seems all the rage these days. I am constantly hearing about people getting LASIK, inner eye surgery or implanted contact lenses in order to correct their vision. But, are the benefits really worth the cost, especially when we’re all looking for the best value in care? Let’s take a look at LASIK, currently...

How Much Sun Is The Right Amount For Your Eyes?

Author: Orlin Sorensen

August 6th, 2010

We wear sunglasses and hats to protect our sight as the summer months pour down sunshine that can be harmful. But if you stay inside, are you also doing your eyes a disservice as you get older? Scientists say that if you take medication that makes you sensitive to the sun, you’re more likely to develop...