Nova-Sight

Introduction Myopia, which is popularly referred to as nearsightedness, is characterized by the fact that distant objects appear blurry while those that are nearby are clear. This condition occurs because the eyeball is shaped such that light focuses in front of the retina instead of right on top of it. Unclear vision is therefore experienced for things that are far from us, such as, for instance, signs by the side of the road, blackboards, or even television sets. In recent times, myopia has been on the rise globally, especially in children, and if not treated, it worsens progressively with time. When caught early, myopia prevention and its advancement slowed down through some changes in lifestyle and interventions made at an early age. Apart from being hereditary, this disorder also has other factors like too much screen time and no outdoor activities leading to its advancement. The following are some suggestions for slowing the progression of myopia through myopia monitoring a...

Our lives today are filled with gadgets, from smartphones to tablets, desktops to laptops; all these consume lots of our time. Although these devices have made life easier, they come with new health complications. One such condition is known as Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) . Alternatively, it can be referred to as a digital eye strain. The article will highlight symptoms and causes of computer vision syndrome while examining how blue light contributes towards it. It will also recommend some measures for preventing and managing it. What is Computer Vision Syndrome ? Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) can be described as a series of eye and vision-related conditions that occur due to prolonged use of computers. The increase in the amount of time people spend working, studying, or at leisure staring at screens has led to an increase in the frequency of Computer Vision Syndrome. Symptoms of Computer Vision Syndrome may include mild discomfort or more severe eye problems so as to make ...

If your eyesight problems cannot be resolved through conventional methods such as spectacles or contact lenses, then it might be time to consider vision treatment . Amblyopia is among the vision disabilities that this non-invasive and drug-free approach offers hope for. The therapy uses a set of specifically designed eye exercises that are founded on the principles of binocular vision, and it works to improve visual function and general eye health. What Is Vision Therapy ? Vision therapy is an advanced outlook, a personalized plan, aimed at identifying various vision disorders that are not amenable to conventional modes of treatment such as spectacles, contact lenses, or surgery. It basically involves a set of tailored exercises that are designed to increase the accuracy of vision and its coordination with the brain. It is a monitored program that can either be done in-house or at home and usually takes between 30 minutes and one hour per session with attendance once or twice in a...

People from all parts of the world ask us a lot whether lazy eye (known scientifically as amblyopia) can still be treated effectively in adults. Simply put, the answer is yes! Regardless of age, this condition can be treated. This information catches many by surprise because it has been believed for so long, both by society and other doctors, that before age eight amblyopia is only treatable. However, as developmental optometrists, we are disabusing this notion by demonstrating that treatment for amblyopia can indeed be successful even in adults. What Is Lazy Eye ? Lazy eye, otherwise known as amblyopia, is a condition that has poor development of coordination and focus. This vital skill enables both eyes to function together and concentrate on one point in space. If this coordination fails, one eye or both may not be able to see clearly. It is important to make a difference between amblyopia and an eye turn, which is known as strabismus but commonly called “crossed eyes....