Although recent news have put multivitamin use in a negative light, new research on its effects on eye health claims otherwise. A new study whose results was published in the Ophthalmology journal found out that long-term supplementation significantly reduced the risks of developing cataract among middle-aged and older men. Quick Look of the Study The… Read More »
One of the serious complications that can arise from diabetes is diabetic retinopathy. This can result when the retina (the light-sensitive layer of tissue at the back of the eye) swells, leaks or shuts down completely, or in some cases, a new set of abnormal blood vessels grow on the surface of the retina. During… Read More »
Here at our Ohio LASIK practice, we have helped men and women dramatically improve their vision. This outpatient eye surgical procedure is FDA-approved to correct refractive errors including nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. We have also received queries on whether or not they are qualified to have LASIK. By and large, laser is employed to reshape… Read More »
Although cataract surgery may sound like a complex procedure at first, what it involves is quite simple. By and large, the cataract surgeon will simply remove the clouded natural lens and replace it with a lens implant. In the past, cataract surgery was only performed once the cataract was well-developed. However, that may not be the… Read More »
Here at our Ohio cataract center, we get a lot of questions about the do’s and don’ts following diagnosis of cataract. Below is a quick guide to lifestyle changes that you may have to do once you have cataract. Stick to your eye exam schedules. If you’re over 65 years old, you may have to… Read More »
My name is Gwen and I am a technician at Roholt Vision Institute. I started wearing glasses in the first grade. By middle school I was so nearsighted I couldn’t make out the “BIG E” on a vision chart unless it was 3 feet in front of me. I wore contact lenses from ages 12-20… Read More »
Diabetic retinopathy, by and large, happens when the blood vessels in your retina are damaged resulting to vision problems. Although it is correct to say that people with diabetes and elevated blood sugar levels are at risk for diabetic retinopathy, we often educate our patients here at our Ohio cataract center that there are specific… Read More »
Keratoconus is a rare condition affecting your cornea which is normally round and dome-like. However, individuals with keratoconus tend to have “cone-shaped” cornea resulting to distorted vision. Here at the Roholt Vision Institute, patients who suffer from keratoconus may make daily activities of living somewhat difficult such as reading, driving, typing on a computer, cooking,… Read More »
Computers are everywhere and so does the increasing numbers of people complaining of computer eyestrain. Signs and symptoms include physical fatigue, back and shoulder pain, red eyes, and eye twitching. Reduced productivity is also apparent. Here at our our Ohio optical practice, we encourage our clients to take frequent breaks when working in front of… Read More »
Here at our practice, our Ohio Advanced Glaucoma Detection system and treatment has saved our clients’ vision, having treated it effectively following early diagnosis. The condition is often referred to as the “silent thief of the night” as it doesn’t have any symptoms at all during the early stages. Results of recent research pointed out that women… Read More »
