Article Credit: Canadian Association of Optometrists ( opto.ca ) Most VR headsets contain two small LCD monitors, each projected at one eye, creating a stereoscopic effect which gives users the illusion of depth. These monitors are positioned very close to the eyes and have caused experts to wonder about possible negative effects, especially when used for long periods of time. These concerns are real, because eye strain is likely whenever one focuses on an object for an exten

Article Credit: Canadian Association of Optometrists ( opto.ca ) Glaucoma Lasers have been used to help treat nerve damage caused by glaucoma for years.  In narrow angle glaucoma, a laser is used to make a small hole in the peripheral part of the iris, causing it to fall away from the natural drainage meshwork and allowing better aqueous outflow. For open angle glaucoma, the laser can be used directly on the meshwork to create a chemical and biological change to the tissue, r

Article Credit: Canadian Association of Optometrists ( opto.ca ) Your best choice is to see your doctor of optometry for a routine  eye exam  to ensure good vision and eye health. Early diagnosis and treatment are keys to preventing vision loss. Don’t assume that red eyes, pain or unusual visual symptoms will go away on their own. You can never be sure: some eye diseases only show symptoms when the condition is advanced and difficult, or even impossible, to treat. It’s about