Properly cleaning your eyeglasses isn’t just about keeping them looking good; it’s also crucial for maintaining clear vision and prolonging the life of your glasses. However, with so many myths and misconceptions about the best cleaning practices, it’s easy to inadvertently damage your lenses or frames. Let’s dive into the correct ways to keep your […]
How to Protect Your Eyes from UV Damage
With the abundance of outdoor activities and the rising awareness of health issues, it’s crucial not to overlook the importance of protecting our eyes from the harmful effects of UV radiation. It is known to cause several eye conditions including cataracts, macular degeneration, and even skin cancers around the eyelids. Eyes On Norbeck, a local […]
How an Active Lifestyle Can Benefit Your Eye Health
Maintaining an active lifestyle goes beyond strengthening your muscles or keeping your weight in check; it can also benefit your vision. Regular physical activity promotes eye health and reduces the risk of certain eye conditions. Continue reading to learn more about the reasons to incorporate fitness into your daily routine.
Stress and Mental Health: How Can They Affect Vision?
Your mental health can affect more than just your feelings and ability to think clearly. It can influence your overall well-being as well. When you’re stressed or have a mental health issue, you could become more prone to chronic diseases. Stress can also impact your eyes and vision. Read on to learn more.
5 Exercises To Ease Eye Tension and Preventing Eye Fatigue
March is Workplace Eye Wellness Month, an excellent time to focus on the health of your eyes, especially if your job involves plenty of screen time. With an increasing number of us logging long hours in front of computers and other digital devices, eye strain has become a common issue.
Pros and Cons of Switching From Glasses to Contact Lenses
Choosing between eyeglasses and contact lenses can be daunting. Both options have unique advantages and potential drawbacks, which is why it is important for you to consider your lifestyle, comfort, and eye health before deciding. Eyes on Norbeck explores the advantages and disadvantages of using contact lenses instead of eyeglasses.
5 New Year’s Resolutions for Healthier Eyes
Welcome to the new year! As is tradition, you’re likely considering various resolutions to improve various areas of your life. But have you given thought to your eye health? Considering how essential your vision is in daily life, it makes sense to vow to take better care of it this year. As a trusted optometrist, Eyes […]
What You Need to Know About Orthokeratology
Orthokeratology or ortho-k involves wearing a special type of rigid gas permeable (RGP) contact lenses overnight that temporarily reshape the cornea. As you sleep, the lenses slowly change the shape of the eye’s surface. When you wake in the morning and remove them, you should be able to see well without eyeglasses or contacts.
What Can Cause Your Eye Prescription to Change?
People with refractive errors, such as astigmatism, nearsightedness, and farsightedness, need eyeglasses or contact lenses. These eye conditions can affect both children and adults. They can also progress as you age, causing your vision to change.
Refractive Errors: What Causes Them?
Over 150 million people in the U.S. have refractive errors. They are common vision problems that occur when the shape of the eye keeps light from properly focusing on the retina. Fortunately, prescription eyeglasses or contact lenses can correct them.
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