Can Your Distance Vision be Saved? Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is on the rise and it is the most common eye refractive error in both children and adults. Myopia is regarded as a global epidemic. In fact, a recent study by the American Optometric Association concluded that more than 40% of Americans are myopic […]
All You Need to Know About Nystagmus
What is Nystagmus? Nystagmus is an eye condition characterized by rapid and uncontrollable eye movements, and is also known as “dancing eyes”. Nystagmus manifests itself as the constant shaking and jerking of the eyes either side to side or up and down. This can cause difficulty focusing on or seeing objects, and individuals suffering from […]
Retinal Detachment Warning Signs & Treatment
What is Retinal Detachment? Your retina is the thin sensory membrane that lines the inner surface of the back of your eyeball. It consists of several layers of cells, one of which contains specialized cells called photoreceptors. The human eye is equipped with two types of photoreceptors: rods and cones. When the retina becomes detached […]
