We talk a lot about declining vision here at Rebuild Your Vision, and we talk even more about how to prevent it. What we don’t talk about as much, though, is low vision. But what does low vision mean? This condition is caused by a disease and is not correctable with regular lenses or eyeglasses. […]
Perhaps one of the most difficult parts of getting older is losing independence. Whether this means needing assistance in your own home or moving in with your kids or into an assisted living center or nursing home, it can be an emotional event for everyone involved. Often, a big reason older adults get to the […]
Hopefully, by now, you know just how important it is to get your eyes examined regularly. While it can be annoying to add one more thing to your to-do list, an annual or biannual check-up can do a lot to preserve your vision long term. But when exactly should those regular eye exams start? The […]
If your child recently went back to school and suddenly also needed another trip to the eye doctor, you’re not alone. Vision problems often become evident in children right after school starts in the fall. Kindergartners and first graders are often the biggest culprits. This is because these new educational experiences bring new challenges that […]
It’s no secret that the past decade has seen the rise of smartphone culture in the U.S. Eighty-four percent of Americans now own smartphones, to say nothing of the number that have computers and televisions as well. All those devices stack up to some serious screen time, and while that might be less than healthy […]
Most people are now aware of the risks associated with sun exposure to their skin. Gone are the days of using baby oil to enhance a tan or skipping sunscreen altogether – most people understand that lathering up is a non-negotiable for a summer day spent outside. But have you ever wondered, “Can your eyes […]
If you’re someone with low vision, you know how difficult it can be to travel. Many people with poor or low vision prefer to stick to their routines. And while that is great and can make life a lot easier, it can get a little discouraging being stuck in the same places all the time. […]
Let’s face it: life is full of stress. From work to family life to global events, daily life certainly takes its toll on our nervous systems. And, stress isn’t always bad, either! Sometimes we go through more stressful periods because of exciting life events, or because we are doing really worthwhile work at our jobs. […]
If you can’t see quite as clearly as you would like without corrective eyewear, there’s a good chance you are suffering from a refractive error. But just what are refractive errors? Refractive errors are an umbrella term for issues like farsightedness, nearsightedness, and astigmatism. Because this is such a general term, these issues are the […]
What’s the last thing you do before you go to bed? What about when you wake up? For most people, it’s checking their phone. Whether you’re sending work emails or mindlessly scrolling through Instagram, it’s become normal to check our phones every chance we get. But what do phones do to our eyes? The digital […]
