Minimize glare. Glare from light reflecting off walls and finished surfaces, as well as reflections on your computer screen also can cause computer eye strain. Consider installing an anti-glare screen on your display and, if possible, paint bright white walls a darker color with a matte finish. If you wear glasses, purchase lenses with [...]
Use proper lighting. Eye strain often is caused by excessively bright light either from outdoor sunlight coming in through a window or from harsh interior lighting. When you use a computer, your ambient lighting should be about half as bright as that typically found in most offices. Eliminate exterior light by closing drapes, shades [...]
It seems everyone is staring at a computer screen, phone or other digital device these days. And it's causing a serious problem called digital eye strain. One way to help your eyes? Digital screen protection glasses . Recent research sponsored by The Vision Council has shown that 59 percent of people who routinely use [...]
Lens Coatings. Lens coatings can enhance the durability, performance and appearance of your eyewear lenses. This is true whether you wear single vision, bifocal or progressive lenses. If you are thinking about purchasing new eyewear, here are lens coatings and treatments you should consider. Ultraviolet Treatment Another beneficial lens treatment is an invisible dye [...]
Lens Coatings. Lens coatings can enhance the durability, performance and appearance of your eyewear lenses. This is true whether you wear single vision, bifocal or progressive lenses. If you are thinking about purchasing new eyewear, here are lens coatings and treatments you should consider. Anti-Fog Coating Nothing is more frustrating than having your eyeglasses [...]
Lens Coatings. Lens coatings can enhance the durability, performance and appearance of your eyewear lenses. This is true whether you wear single vision, bifocal or progressive lenses. If you are thinking about purchasing new eyewear, here are lens coatings and treatments you should consider. Scratch-Resistant Coating No eyewear lenses — not even glass lenses [...]
Lens Coatings. Lens coatings can enhance the durability, performance and appearance of your eyewear lenses. This is true whether you wear single vision, bifocal or progressive lenses. If you are thinking about purchasing new eyewear, here are lens coatings and treatments you should consider. Anti-Reflective Coating Anti-reflective coating (also called AR coating or anti-glare [...]
Cataracts are common, but treatment is very effective. Cataracts are a relatively normal part of the aging process. Symptoms can include blurred vision, faded colors, glare, reduced night vision, and double vision. Cataracts are associated with exposure to UV rays or radiation therapy, such as cancer treatment. Taking certain medications like prednisone can also [...]
The silent damaging eye condition you need to know about Damage to the eye’s optic nerve causes glaucoma. This common eye condition, is known for being silent and insidious. Sadly the first sign of glaucoma is when a person can no longer see. Glaucoma is not something a patient can prevent or treat on [...]
The leading cuase of Blindness after 60 After age 60, macular degeneration is a leading cause of blindness. Macular degeneration occurs when eye tissue degenerates, causing blurriness or loss of vision in the central part of the eye. There are two forms of macular degeneration: wet and dry. If vision loss is caused by [...]
