When it comes to correcting vision, we’re largely used to thinking in terms of glasses, contacts, or even surgery. However, some problems may need a slightly different technique. Do your eyes need therapy? A growing movement of optometrists have begun to extensively dabble in vision training – a branch of alternative medicine that includes eye […]
In a world increasingly dependent on computers and technology, nearly everyone is putting serious strain on their eyes. Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) is a problem involving your eyes and vision that occurs when you spend too much time on the computer. Going by this definition, nearly everyone in the world suffers from CVS – you’re […]
Any university student probably knows the drill. It’s time for midterms, or finals, or maybe you’ve just got a 10-page paper to wrap up by tomorrow. Whatever the cause, you’re going to be spending the next several hours glued to a computer screen, trying not to hyperventilate. But that all-night study session can put your […]
Everyone’s got their funny little habits. They range from quirky to cute to well, sort of gross (nail biters, unite), but they’re all generally pretty harmless. However, as we always seem to say, even the little things can have big impacts on your sensitive eyes. Here are a couple of the everyday bad habits many […]
Chronic dry eye is a condition that occurs when your eyes don’t produce enough tears. And it can cause sufferers to experience itchiness, blurred vision, sensitivity to light, irritation, and many other symptoms. Dry eye can be caused by anything from environmental factors like excessive heat or wind to taking certain medications. It is also […]
In such a technology-driven world, it makes sense that many people work with computers every day. But the numbers are actually a little surprising. In a recent study, Microsoft found that the average worker spends seven hours a day in front of the computer. That’s more time than many people sleep. The real issue is […]
Most of us would agree that the state of health care today is much better than it was a few decades ago. Since then, we’ve made huge strides forward. There have been major breakthroughs in the fields of genetics, vaccinations, and medication. But while the overall picture brightens, some small spots still have problems. One […]
We are living in a time when it’s almost impossible for most people to avoid using digital devices, and therefore, eye strain. Right from young children to grownups, it seems almost everyone is using mobile devices and computers. It’s difficult to imagine any professional or student continuing with their profession or academic studies without using […]
Everyone knows that to maintain a healthy body you have to eat right and exercise. You must visit the doctor regularly and take prescribed medications correctly. Well, to maintain healthy eyes, a lot of the same things apply. If you want your eyes to stay strong and healthy, then you need to take care of […]
There’s a statistically decent chance that you’re actually reading this from an office. At the moment, office jobs are pretty standard for US employees, but here’s the thing. Your job might not be the best fit for your visual health. When many of us go to work in the morning, we’re cubicle-bound. And once we’re […]
