At Home Care and Eye Health
Millions of seniors have vision-related problems. The number increases with age as the eyes deteriorate. Some of the most common problems include:
Macular degeneration. This disease affects the center part of the eyes and makes it harder to read, drive, watch television, etc. Instances and effects of macular degeneration increase with age. It is the most common form of eye problem in seniors.
Dry eyes. As we age, our bodies do not always work as efficiently as they once did. One of the effects of this slowing is often a decrease in the amount and the quality of the tears our bodies produce. This leads to the eye's surface drying out and affecting vision.
Glaucoma. This is damage to the optic nerve that typically results in the loss of peripheral vision. …show more content…
Smoking is directly linked to increases in cataracts, optic nerve problems, and macular degeneration. The sooner your loved one quits smoking the greater the chances that their eyes and vision will be protected.
Sunglasses. Ultraviolet light is very hard on the eyes and can lead to an increased risk of cataracts and macular degeneration. Choosing sunglasses that are rated to block UVA and UVB rays will help protect your eyes. Some seniors choose to wear wrap-around sunglasses since they block the sun's light from entering in from the side as well. Wearing glasses that are just dark but do not provide UV protection may actually lead to more harm than good.
Note: According to WebMD, the leading cause of blindness in adults is diabetes. In order to reduce your risk of diabetes, eat well and exercise to keep the weight down. Obesity is a prime indicator of diabetes in seniors.
Ensure your senior loved one has an annual eye exam. Proper glasses, reading glasses, or other vision support devices are essential to maintaining proper vision and all-around safety. If you are not able to provide all of the support you would like, at home care service providers can
Millions of seniors have vision-related problems. The number increases with age as the eyes deteriorate. Some of the most common problems include:
Macular degeneration. This disease affects the center part of the eyes and makes it harder to read, drive, watch television, etc. Instances and effects of macular degeneration increase with age. It is the most common form of eye problem in seniors.
Dry eyes. As we age, our bodies do not always work as efficiently as they once did. One of the effects of this slowing is often a decrease in the amount and the quality of the tears our bodies produce. This leads to the eye's surface drying out and affecting vision.
Glaucoma. This is damage to the optic nerve that typically results in the loss of peripheral vision. …show more content…
Smoking is directly linked to increases in cataracts, optic nerve problems, and macular degeneration. The sooner your loved one quits smoking the greater the chances that their eyes and vision will be protected.
Sunglasses. Ultraviolet light is very hard on the eyes and can lead to an increased risk of cataracts and macular degeneration. Choosing sunglasses that are rated to block UVA and UVB rays will help protect your eyes. Some seniors choose to wear wrap-around sunglasses since they block the sun's light from entering in from the side as well. Wearing glasses that are just dark but do not provide UV protection may actually lead to more harm than good.
Note: According to WebMD, the leading cause of blindness in adults is diabetes. In order to reduce your risk of diabetes, eat well and exercise to keep the weight down. Obesity is a prime indicator of diabetes in seniors.
Ensure your senior loved one has an annual eye exam. Proper glasses, reading glasses, or other vision support devices are essential to maintaining proper vision and all-around safety. If you are not able to provide all of the support you would like, at home care service providers can