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Professional Eye Examination
A comprehensive
examination consists of over thirty different tests and can vary considerably depending on the age and visual needs of the
patient. We use the most advanced equipment available to provide this thorough assessment.
A comprehensive assessment
begins with a determination of the patient's visual needs and concerns. This is followed by a complete medical, ocular and
family history.
Current visual status is determined by measuring the level of vision (visual acuity). This is frequently
performed with existing spectacles or contact lenses.
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An external examination of the eye is performed to evaluate the movements of the eye, the response
of the pupils to light as well as health of the eyelids and surrounding tissues.
Internal examination is performed to
assess ocular health. Most patients will be dilated to some degree for this testing. This allows evaluation for various eye
conditions such as cataracts, glaucoma and macular degeneration. Many systemic health problems such as Diabetes potentially
have ocular side effects that can permanently impair vision.
Refractive assessment is performed to determine the spectacle
or contact lens prescription. Many patients have visual demands related to their occupations and hobbies that require special
prescriptions.
All patients over the age of eighteen should be screened for Glaucoma. This test is painless and is especially
important in any patient who exhibits risk factors including other family member(s) with Glaucoma.
Once your visual
examination is completed, the doctor will summarize the findings and will make any necessary recommendations
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Computer and Visual Ergonomics: OSHA Tips
You don't need an expensive consultant
to create a computer workstation that reduces your risk of stress, discomfort and potential injury.
Here are some of
the top computer ergonomics tips recommended by the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety & Health Administration
(OSHA). These tips are designed to reduce stress, physical injury from prolonged computer use and computer eye strain.
- Sit so your head and neck are upright and in-line with your torso, not bent down
or tilted back.
- Face your computer screen directly. Avoid viewing your screen with your head turned or your back twisted.
- Keep
your elbows comfortably close to your body.
- Use a chair that provides support for your lower back and has a cushioned
seat with a contoured front edge.
- Keep your mouse close to your keyboard so you don't have to reach for it.
- Position
your computer display so the top of the screen is at or slightly below eye level. This will allow you to view the screen without
bending your neck.
- Adjust the position of your display to prevent reflections of overhead and outdoor lighting appearing
on your screen.
- Put your monitor close enough to your eyes so you can comfortably read text on the screen without
leaning forward.
- When working with print documents, use a document holder that positions them at the same height and
distance as your computer screen.
- Use a hands-free headset when talking on the phone while working at your computer.
Also,
adjust the height of your chair and desk so that:
With better posture, this computer worker might avoid neck and back strain.
- Your upper arms
are perpendicular to the floor, not stretched forward or angled backward
- Your forearms, wrists and hands form a 90-degree
angle with your upper arms
- Your thighs are parallel to the floor and your lower legs are perpendicular to the floor
- Your
wrists and palms are not resting on sharp edges
If you wear bifocals or trifocals, you should be able to comfortably view your computer screen without tilting your head back. If this is not
the case, consider purchasing computer glasses.
Following these tips will help you avoid stressful postures that lead to headaches, neck
and back pain and computer vision syndrome. But remember, prolonged computer work — even at an ideal workstation —
is stressful to your body and your eyes.
To relieve stress that can lead to computer vision syndrome and physical disorders,
be sure to take frequent breaks when working at a computer. Many experts, including optometrists who specialize in computer vision, recommend that you get up and move away from your computer for short breaks at least every
20 to 30 minutes. Take a few minutes to stretch your arms and back, and let your eyes relax their focus by looking at something
at least 20 feet away.
Also, blink fully and frequently to reduce your risk of dry eyes from computer use. If necessary, apply "artificial tear" eye drops to moisten and lubricate your eyes.
