People with blue eyes are more sensitive to sunlight because their eyes have lower levels of melanin, a natural pigment that can protect us from the sun’s harmful rays. […]
Are Blue Eyes More Sensitive to Sunlight?
Can Dry Eye Cause Blindness?
Dry Eye Disease doesn’t cause blindness on its own, but untreated complications can sometimes lead to severe vision problems, including pain, blurred vision that is not correctable with glasses and/or contact lenses and decrease in quality of life. […]
Is Vision Therapy a Hoax or a Valid Treatment?
Optometric Vision Therapy is a valid, effective treatment for certain visual conditions. Like with any therapy, success depends on the specific condition, the patient’s commitment to “do the work” and overall cognitive and systemic health.
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Can You Use Contact Solution as Eye Drops?
Many people wonder if they can use contact solution as eye drops, especially in moments of discomfort or dryness. The short answer is: No, it’s not safe to use contact solution as eye drops.
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What Is Commonly Misdiagnosed as Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis)?
Some conditions commonly misdiagnosed as pink eye include:
Dry eyes
Blepharitis
Ocular Rosacea
Styes / Hordeolum
Uveitis / Scleritis
Eye allergies
Corneal Ulcers – especially in contact lens wearers
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Best Vitamins for Dry Eyes
Supplements and vitamins that are essential to your eye health include:
Vitamin A
Vitamin D
Vitamin B12
Omega 3 Fatty Acids
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What Conditions Can Vision Therapy Treat?
Conditions vision therapy can treat include:
Binocular Vision Dysfunction (BVD)
Oculomotor Dysfunction
Amblyopia (lazy eye)
Strabismus (eye turn)
Convergence insufficiency
Visual Processing Delays
Post Concussion Vision Syndrome
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How To Help A Child Struggling With Reading & Learning
a comprehensive eye exam should be the first step in order to evaluate if there is a binocular vision problem that could be contributing. […]
How to Treat Dry Eyes from Using a Computer
Here are some tips to help alleviate dry eyes when on working on a computer:
20-20-20 rule
Eye drops
Workstation ergonomics
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Enhancing Visual Perceptual Skills: Strategies for Development
These skills can take time to develop and master; fortunately, as a parent, you can help by regularly engaging in activities and playing with your child like games, puzzles and outside play, you can support your child’s visual development. […]
