Showing posts with label Astigmatism. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Astigmatism. Show all posts

Thursday, June 9, 2011

Helping an astigmatism


Astigmatism is a condition in which one or both eyes has a misshapen cornea. In a normal eye, the cornea is symmetrically curved. In an astigmatic eye, areas of the cornea are steeper or flatter than normal, causing areas of your vision to be blurred. Although astigmatism often occurs on its own, it can also occur in combination with nearsightedness or farsightedness.
Astigmatism is usually present from birth and tends to remain constant, neither improving nor deteriorating with time.
Signs and Symptoms
Blurred areas in the field of vision of one or both eyes
Distorted vision in one or both eyes, typically when looking at vertical, horizontal, or diagonal lines
Conventional Medical Treatment
An ophthalmologist or optometrist can diagnose astigmatism with a thorough examination. Corrective glasses or contact lenses are usually prescribed to counteract the unevenness of one or both corneas. Lenses also can be made to address a combination of astigmatism and nearsighted­ness or farsightedness.
Complementary and Alternative Treatments
Nutrition and Supplementation
Nutritionists encourage adequate intake of nutrients necessary for healthy eye function. Protein (found in meat, eggs, poultry, and fish) and vitamin A (found in yellow fruits and vegetables) are required for proper eye function.
Include the following daily supplements to maintain healthy eye function:
Most Important
vitamin C (5000 IU)
vitamin B complex (100 mg), supplemented with vitamin B2 (50 mg)
vitamin A (10,000 to 15,000 IU; do not exceed 8000 IU daily if you are pregnant)
vitamin E (400 IU)
zinc (20 to 25 mg)
Also Recommended
calcium and magnesium (standard dose)
chromium (300 mcg)
omega 3 and 6 and DHA capsules (as directed on label)
grape seed extract (as directed on label)
(Consult your healthcare provider regarding the duration of treatment.)
Traditional Chinese Medicine
Acupuncture- Chinese practitioners believe that most vision disorders are due to impaired liver functioning, so an acupuncturist may treat astigmatism by working to strengthen the liver and restore energy imbalances associated with that organ. Commonly used acupoints in the treatment of astigmatism include Bladder 1, Stomach 1, Liver 4, and Triple Warmer 6.
Studies indicate that stress may actually aggravate or promote astigmatism in children, so acupuncture may be used to relieve anxiety and promote relaxation, thereby reducing the severity of the ailment.
Acupressure -To help prevent an astigmatic condition from worsening, an acupressure practitioner may work on points around the eyes, nose temples, and cheeks.
Chinese Herbal Therapy -Consult a qualified Chinese medical practitioner regarding treatment. Frequently, herbs are used to treat liver problems, which are believed to be associated with astigmatism.

Friday, May 6, 2011

How to cure astigmatism naturally

What is astigmatism and can it be cured naturally! Astigmatism occurs when the eyeball is losing its roundness and vision begins to deform. The eyes are never perfectly round so we all have astigmatism to a certain extent. They are in constant evolution.


Astigmatism produced from time to time, and some people may even produce this condition at will. This can be caused by pulling on the lid of the eye that causes vision problems. The eyes will usually repair themselves in a few hours or sometimes days. This problem may be hidden and your eyes never healed when you wear the artificial lens.


Astigmatism is usually caused by unequal tension in the muscles around the eyes through mental strain. When your vision becomes blurred or distorted, it is a sign that your eyes need to relax and take just easy. Most of the time, we just ignore these signs.


Some of the things you can do to relax are stop what you are doing and take a quick break. Relax your neck and face leaving your head and eyes to move more freely. Look away from what you focus on and focus on objects around the room. Your eyes give a chance to move and view objects very far and then close once more.


If you are at home, doing exercise swinging front of a window. If possible, on the bottom and let someone swing a pendulum over your head so that your eyes can focus on that object and move back and forth. To function correctly, your eyes need to move. Look all right to do something for hours at a time can be very difficult. This is why it is preferable to take short breaks and walk around.


Eating healthy can always improve your health and your view. Be sure to eat plenty of fruits and vegetables. Always remember to keep your eyes moving and take breaks often. This can help to heal naturally astigmatism.