Are there any specific eye exercises to improve vision?
May 2, 2023 | 30,00 EUR | answered by Ammelie Niemeyer
Dear doctor,
My name is Laura Hentschel and I am reaching out to you because I have some concerns regarding my eyesight. For some time now, I have been feeling that my eyes are tired and strained, and I have noticed a decrease in my visual acuity. Especially when reading or working on the computer, I have difficulties seeing everything clearly and my eyes quickly feel exhausted.
I am wondering if there are specific eye exercises that could help me improve my eyesight. I have heard that targeted exercises can strengthen the eye muscles and potentially enhance visual acuity. However, I am unsure if such exercises are actually effective and if they could help me in my situation.
I am worried that my eyesight will continue to deteriorate and that I may need to wear glasses or contact lenses. I would like to know if there are alternative ways to train my eyes and improve my vision before opting for a visual aid.
Could you please provide me with information on whether specific eye exercises can indeed help improve eyesight? If so, could you recommend some exercises that I can do at home? I would greatly appreciate your support and guidance on this matter.
Thank you in advance.
Sincerely,
Laura Hentschel
Dear Mrs. Hentschel,
Thank you for your inquiry regarding your eyesight and possible eye exercises to improve your visual acuity. It is understandable that you are concerned about your eyes, especially if you feel that your eyes are tired and strained and your visual acuity has decreased.
First and foremost, it is important to understand that eye exercises alone are generally not sufficient to correct an existing vision impairment. If you feel that your eyesight has declined, it is advisable to see an eye doctor to receive a precise diagnosis and determine if you actually need vision correction.
However, certain eye exercises can help strengthen the eye muscles and support overall eye health. These exercises can be particularly helpful in relieving eye discomfort such as fatigue and strain.
One popular eye exercise is "palming". This involves covering your closed eyes with your palms to shield them from light and relax them. This exercise can help relax the eye muscles and improve blood circulation to the eyes.
Another exercise is "focusing". For this, you focus on a point in the distance and one up close, switching between the two to train the focusing ability of your eyes.
There are many other eye exercises that can help you train and strengthen your eyes. However, it is important to perform these exercises regularly in order to benefit from the results in the long term.
Finally, I would like to emphasize that while eye exercises can be supportive, they generally cannot fully correct a vision impairment. If you continue to have problems with your eyesight, I strongly recommend seeing an eye doctor for professional advice and possibly getting vision correction.
I hope this information is helpful to you and I am available for any further questions you may have.
Best regards,
Ammelie Niemeyer
