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Athlete’s Dilemma: Are Contacts or Glasses Better for Sports?

You train for speed, strength, precision—and then sabotage your performance with blurry vision, fogged-up lenses, or a contact lens that decides to ghost you mid-play. It happens more than you think. Whether you’re a competitive athlete or just trying to keep up with your rec league squad, vision isn’t something to overlook. In fact, choosing […]

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Are Screens Harming Your Child’s Eyes? What Every Parent Should Know

Child rubbing tired eyes while using a tablet at home, illustrating the effects of excessive screen time and digital eye strain in children

Key Takeaways: Children’s eyes are still developing, which can make them more vulnerable to digital eye strain from prolonged screen use. Common signs of screen-related eye discomfort include squinting, frequent eye rubbing, headaches, blurry vision, and trouble focusing on books or homework. The 20-20-20 rule helps reduce eye fatigue by giving the focusing muscles a […]

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How Long Does Eye Strain Last & When to See An Optometrist?

Office worker leaning back from dual computer monitors to rest their eyes during a screen break after experiencing digital eye strain

Key Takeaways Eye strain commonly causes tired or uncomfortable eyes, headaches, blurred vision, and dryness after prolonged or visually demanding activities. Most eye strain improves within a few hours once your eyes have rested, although symptoms may last a couple of days when the trigger continues. Screen use, glare, unsuitable lighting, inadequate breaks, fatigue, and […]

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Can an Optometrist Treat Dry Eye?

An optometrist applying eye drops to the right eye of his patient to alleviate eye dryness.

Dry eye disease is a common and often chronic condition that can cause discomfort in various forms, from occasional dryness and irritation to significant pain. The impact of dry eye disease on quality of life can range from slightly bothersome to a significant detriment to daily living.  But you don’t have to suffer with dry […]

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Is Glaucoma Hereditary?

Three generations of a family together at home, representing the hereditary and family history risk factors associated with glaucoma

Key Takeaways: Glaucoma can run in families, but inheriting a higher risk does not mean you will necessarily develop the condition. Primary open-angle, primary angle-closure, and juvenile glaucoma have all been associated with genetic factors. Your risk may be greater when a parent, sibling, or child has glaucoma, particularly if several close relatives have been […]

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