As a parent, you prioritize your family’s health and well-being. You probably already know the importance of regular eye exams for maintaining good health, but have you considered the connection between vision and sports performance? Vision is about more than how well you can see. When it comes to sports performance, the ability to effectively […]
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How to Make Hand-Eye Coordination Better
Hand-eye coordination is a visual skill you use every day without even knowing it! You use this skill when you write, drive, or play sports. If you have hand-eye coordination-related difficulties, how can you improve this skill? Continue reading to learn more about hand-eye coordination, including what it is and how you can improve it. […]
Why Do I See Halos Around Lights at Night?
It’s common for people to report seeing halos around lighting, especially at night. Sometimes, this isn’t a cause for any concern as it’s the eye’s response to bright lights, or even the result of wearing contacts or glasses. It’s caused by diffraction, a phenomenon that occurs when a light beam passes through a narrow aperture […]
What Is an Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) Test?
Your optometrist conducts several tests during a comprehensive eye exam. One of the ways they check for eye diseases is with an optical coherence tomography test. What is this diagnostic test, and how does it work? Continue reading to learn more about optical coherence tomography, including what it is, how it works, and what diseases […]
What To Expect During a Kid’s Eye Exam
Eye conditions and diseases can develop at any age, even in children. Regularly scheduled eye exams can help your optometrist diagnose any present issues. Because children are still growing, their examinations may differ. What should you expect during a children’s eye exam? Continue reading to learn more about children’s eye exams, including why they’re important […]
Can Keratoconus Be Cured?
Several eye conditions can affect your vision, one being keratoconus. While not an immediate emergency, this condition can affect your cornea and overall vision. If you’re diagnosed with keratoconus, can it be cured? Continue reading to learn more about keratoconus, including what it is, how it affects you, and if it’s curable. What is Keratoconus? […]