We regularly hear reminders to exercise our bodies and even our minds, but what about our eyes? Did you know exercising your eyes can help with several things including dry eyes and headaches? Read on to find out what eye exercises might help you and how to do them. Roll…
People all over the world live with these common causes of low vision, which is a term that signifies vision loss that cannot be corrected by contacts or glasses. Whether you’re worried about your eyesight, have questions, or want to get proactive, check out these possible reasons for decreasing vision.…
We love starting with good news! And the good news here is, while eye pain is common, it is rarely serious. In fact, there are mainly two types of eye pain, and when to see a doctor shouldn’t come as a surprise. Two Types of Eye Pain In general, eye…
A blepharospasm may sound scary—but don’t fear! It’s just the scientific term for a twitching eye condition. And if your eye is twitching, you don’t have to panic either. Likely, the movement has occurred as a result of one of these conditions. If it persists or impedes daily life, though,…
You’re going about your routine. Walking the dog, drinking some coffee on the patio, or stepping out to check the mail—it’s just a normal day. And then: you sneeze. Or, your eyes start to water. As soon as you feel even the slightest symptoms, you realize just what time of…
Headaches and hazy vision—they’re the less-than-dynamic duo. Unfortunately, the two like to pair up more often than we’d like. Even worse, you might not even know why you’re experiencing them! If you want to pinpoint the potential reasons for headaches and blurred vision, check out this list. Shifts in Blood…
Our eyes work hard! Sometimes, though, they need a little help. That’s where vision therapy comes in to save the day. Never heard of this helpful service before today? Read on to learn just what it is—and how it could potentially lighten the load for you or your child. What…
What’s the phrase? Ah yes: new year, new you! This expression may be truer than we realize. How you see the world transforms over time. Read on to learn more about the ways that your vision changes as you age. You May Experience Dry Eyes Do your eyes still feel…
Seeing a spot of red in your otherwise white eyeball can be alarming. Many of us refer to these as burst blood vessels in the eye—the technical term for it being “subconjunctival hemorrhage.” In other words, it’s a delicate blood vessel in your eye that has broken—for one reason or…
For some, eye exams may just seem routine—but they’re actually an excellent way to help your eyes stay healthy. Like regular doctor visits and dentist appointments, eye check-ups can detect early signs of disease and help find solutions. Since July is Healthy Vision Month this year, now would be a…