Headache – Petrou Eye Care https://petroueyecare.com exams | contacts | glasses | low vision Tue, 07 Jul 2020 19:57:17 +0000 en-US hourly 1 Ways to Reduce Eye Strain from Digital Device Viewing https://petroueyecare.com/routine-eye-exams/ways-to-reduce-eye-strain-from-digital-device-viewing/ Mon, 10 Mar 2014 20:45:18 +0000 http://petroueyecare.com/?p=890 Computer Vision Syndrome has been identified as one of the leading causes of eye strain and fatigue in both children and adult users.  In order to prevent neck pain, blurry vision, and tired eyes, our visual and postural ergonomics need to be ideal.

The tilt of our head, neck, and eyes create a visual angle which plays a huge role in comfortable and efficient viewing.  Check out the American Optometric Association’s latest Computer Vision Syndrome video and article for tips to relax the eyes.

]]> Visual Migraines and Stroke Prevention in Women https://petroueyecare.com/medical-eye-exams/visual-migraines-and-stroke-prevention-in-women/ Mon, 03 Mar 2014 02:10:26 +0000 http://petroueyecare.com/?p=863 USA Today reports on the American Heart Association’s new stroke preventions guidelines.  For the first time, special recommendations are outlined because women have a unique risk: living longer and having different hormone levels than men.  The AHA says that women with migraine preceded by aura (a visual phenomenon appearing as central or peripheral  shimmering or colored lights with blind spots) should stop smoking to avoid raising their risk of stroke.  High blood pressure, contraceptives, and atrial fibrillation were also discussed.

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