How can I best protect my eyes during sports?
April 20, 2023 | 20,00 EUR | answered by Laura Bergmann
Dear ophthalmologist,
My name is Claudia Schulze and I have a question regarding the protection of my eyes during sports. Lately, I have noticed that my eyes are irritated and tired after exercising. I regularly engage in sports, both outdoors and indoors. Especially when jogging outdoors or participating in ball sports, I feel that my eyes are being heavily strained.
I am concerned that the strain on my eyes could lead to long-term problems, such as dry eyes or a deterioration of my vision. Therefore, I am looking for ways to best protect my eyes during sports.
I already wear sports glasses with corrected lenses to improve my vision during training. However, I wonder if there are other measures I can take to protect my eyes. Are there special sports glasses that can offer better protection for my eyes? Should I wear sunglasses during sports to protect my eyes from UV radiation?
I would greatly appreciate your expertise and recommendations on how to best protect my eyes during sports to avoid long-term damage. Thank you in advance for your help.
Sincerely,
Claudia Schulze
Dear Mrs. Schulze,
Thank you for your question regarding protecting your eyes during sports. It is important that you consider how to best protect your eyes, especially if you regularly engage in sports and find that your eyes feel irritated and tired after training.
It is good to hear that you already wear sports glasses with corrective lenses to improve your vision during training. Sports glasses are indeed a good way to protect your eyes from external influences such as dust, sweat, or unexpected impacts. There are also special sports glasses that can provide even better protection, for example, with polarized lenses that reduce glare and protect your eyes from harmful UV radiation. If you spend a lot of time outdoors, especially when jogging or engaging in other activities in the sun, it is advisable to wear sports glasses with UV protection to protect your eyes from the harmful effects of sunlight.
In addition to wearing the right protective glasses, you can also ensure to blink enough during sports to supply your eyes with enough tears. Dry eyes can result from inadequate moistening of the eye surface, which can be exacerbated during sports due to increased sweating or dry air. If you feel that your eyes are dry, artificial tears or eye drops may also help to keep your eyes moist during training.
Furthermore, it is important to drink enough water to adequately hydrate your body and your eyes. Dehydrated eyes can also lead to discomfort such as dryness or irritation. A balanced diet with sufficient vitamins and minerals can also help support the health of your eyes.
Overall, it is important to take care of your eyes and protect them appropriately during sports. I hope that these tips will help you protect your eyes as best as possible and avoid long-term issues. If you have any further questions or would like a detailed examination of your eyes, I am happy to assist.
Best regards,
Laura Bergmann
