Vision is one of the most important senses that your child possesses. It’s what allows him to see and experience the world, and it’s also essential for his ability to learn. But if his eyes are not functioning properly, this can cause problems with both of those things. Vision therapy is a form of vision […]
If you’ve worn contact lenses for any period of time, you may have experienced one or more eye problems. Common problems, like dry eyes, inflammation, and astigmatism are just a few of the issues standard contact lenses can’t treat. Specialty contact lenses are designed to address the types of eye problems that standard contact lenses don’t. Read […]
Can diabetic retinopathy be reversed? Unfortunately, the answer is no. Once you have developed this type of eye disease, you will always have it. However, the rate at which it progresses can be slowed down and lessened with proper treatment and care. Read on as a Saginaw, TX optometrist talks about diabetic retinopathy, the stages […]
If you’ve worn glasses or contact lenses for a long time, you’re well-acquainted with the hassles of having to wear corrective eyewear. Fortunately, advances in optical technology have developed orthokeratology or Ortho-K, a specialized contact lens that can improve your eyesight while you sleep. Read on as a Fort Worth, TX optometrist talks about orthokeratology, […]
As you get older, wearing glasses or contacts has become second nature for many of us, but just because it’s a habit doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t take safety precautions with your eyes! The third week of August is Contact Lens Health Week, which is a great time to talk about how to keep your […]
Recovery from a stroke can be a long and arduous process, especially in the absence of necessary therapeutic interventions. Unfortunately, a treatment plan that focuses solely on physical rehabilitation and vocational training does not address the communication breakdown that occurs between your brain and your vision. The brain plays a central role in interpreting what […]
If the occasional spot, line, or shadow pops up in your line of sight, you’re likely seeing eye floaters. Seeing these sudden forms can be a regular part of the aging process, as the structures that shape your eyes age in much the same way as the body does. The appearance of eye floaters becomes […]
Cataracts: What’s that? Something that people get when they are old, right? Not quite. Cataracts are a clouding of the eye’s lens and affect around 25% of people who live to 80 years and older. Read on as a Fort Worth, TX optometrist discusses cataracts, what causes them, and common risk factors that can make […]
As fortunate as people with 20/20 vision are, it actually takes more than good eyesight to produce good vision. Good vision is the result of a coordinated effort that involves your eyes, brain, and visual pathways. When one or more of these components lags, your ability to process information suffers. Vision therapy works to correct […]
An estimated three million Americans suffer from glaucoma in any given year. Fluid build-up inside the eye most characterizes this condition. This can make symptoms difficult to spot during the early stages. Over time, glaucoma damages the optic nerve, which accounts for why it’s the second leading cause of blindness after cataracts. Read on as […]
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