How to Improve an Astigmatism

For contact and corrective lens wearers, dealing with an astigmatism can be a real challenge. But, thankfully, it doesn't have to be. With the proper care of your contact lenses and continued and regular monitoring of the astigmatism by an optometrist, you can improve your eyesight over time.

Instructions

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  Research and investigate available and appropriate options for your medical case. Speak with an optometrist to learn about a contact or corrective lens that is most appropriate for your astigmatism. This may require the use of a Toric lens for contact wearers. However, only a licensed optometrist can determine the best lens available to reduce the refractive impairments necessary for clear, focused vision.

• 2

  Receive a yearly eye examination to make necessary adjustments. An optometrist will note these improvements and issue a new prescription that will work to further stabilize and or improve the current condition of your astigmatism. By establishing a yearly routine for the care of your astigmatism, you allow the optometrist more options when treating, diagnosing and monitoring medication or changes in your prescription.

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  Use contact or corrective lenses properly. Do not overuse contact lenses and follow all instructions carefully and properly. Adhere to all cleaning and storage instructions and report any concerns to your optometrist.

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  Consider Lasik eye surgery. Only a doctor can authorize a patient for treatment, however patients with an astigmatism are ideal candidates for the procedure. Talk to you doctor about using the treatment to improve your astigmatism.

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  Avoid eye strain. When working on a computer, rest your eyes every twenty minutes by looking to a distant location and blinking the eyes several times.

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  Always use an adequate light source when reading. At the onset of a headache or strain in the pupil, take a ten to fifteen minute break.