Sports-related injuries happen to us all, but one of the worst kinds of injury is an eye injury. Eye injuries that occur during these activities can also impact a person for a lifetime, so let’s do what we can to protect young athletes by using these seven simple tips: [Read more…]
Know the Score: Wearing Eye Protection Prevents Players from Getting Benched Due to Injury
Sports-related eye injuries cause an estimated 100,000 doctor visits each year. Yet, most of these injuries can be prevented by wearing eye protection. In fact, a recent study of high school field hockey players shows that traumatic eye injuries fell 67 percent after eye protection became mandatory.[1] In support of Sports Eye Safety Month in April, Kleinsorge Family Eye Care and the American Academy of Ophthalmology are offering athletes of all ages guidance on how to best protect their eyes. [Read more…]
April Newsletter – Happy Spring!
Welcome Aboard!
Fred- Optician
Adam- Receptionist-tech trainee
Ashanti Receptionist, and
Terry- Receptionist
Our staff is here to help you!
APRIL IS DRY EYE AWARENESS MONTH
Dry eye syndrome is a condition in which there are insufficient tears for proper lubrication and nourishment for your eyes. It is very common and often a chronic problem, particularly in older adults.
Symptoms:
- Intolerance to Contact lens wear
- Red Eyes
- Burning Eyes
- Gritty, Sandy feeling in eyes
- Blurry Vision
- Light Sensitivity
- Eye Pain
Treatment is available. Talk to our Doctor during your visit today!
APRIL IS ALSO SPORTS EYE SAFETY MONTH
- Water and Pool Activities 6,633 yearly eye injuries
- Basketball 4,748 yearly eye injuries
See our hand out for informative tips to keep your eyes healthy!
April is also Women’s Eye Health Month
APRIL BIRTHDAYS
Birthday wishes to all of our patients born in April. How wonderful to have your birthstone as the DIAMOND and the birth flowers as the Sweet Pea and the Daisy!
APRIL DATES TO REMEMBER
- 1 April Fool’s Day
- 10 ASPCA Day and Passover begins!
- 22 Earth day!
- 25 Hairstylist Appreciation Day
- 12 Licorice day
- 26 Administrators professionals Day
- 16 Easter Sunday
- 27 Babe Ruth
Do April Showers really bring May flowers??????
April is Sports Eyewear Awareness Month!
According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, each year, an estimated 100,000 people are hurt by sports-related eye injuries. About 13,500 of these injuries result in permanent vision loss.
With more people participating in outdoor and extreme sports eye protection is a must. The two biggest dangers to the eyes in this environment are ultra violet (UV) light from the sun and impact from a direct blow to the face. Sports people at all levels are wise to take some time in considering the type of sports eyewear they choose. [Read more…]
Happy Easter
Our wish is that you and your family will have a safe and happy Easter celebration.
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