Eye strain is far more prevalent today than it ever has been in the past. We don’t have to look very far to realize that our heavy reliance on digital devices may have a little something to do with this. Many people are aware that they can strain their eyes by sitting in front of…
You may consider yourself one of the lucky ones; you’ve reached a certain age without needing the reading glasses you see others wearing. Even if your eyesight is spot-on – or you think it is – there are several reasons why you still need to see an eye doctor on a regular basis. Eye exams…
In our part of the world, we tend to be treated to sunshine more days than not. Regardless of a few passing clouds, though, it is vital that we recognize that Ultraviolet light is sending energy into the atmosphere. The energy from the sunshine’s rays may feel amazing on the skin, but we know that…
Men and women each face unique health matters as they age. Generally, we associate these needs with reproductive health and the individuality of hormonal changes that each gender experiences respectively. It is easy to stop here when trying to navigate a healthy aging process, but we encourage our patients, women especially, to mind their eye…
You may not expect for your eye doctor to have a great deal of knowledge or wherewithal to help you understand the value of sunscreen. At Central Florida Eye Institute, we do. In our neck of the woods, where the sun shines more often than not, it is easy to fall victim to the harmful…
When you need to get your eyes examined, you probably state that you will go to the “eye doctor.” Likewise, people who want to get LASIK done to reduce their need for contacts or eyeglasses also say they will see the eye doctor. What is interesting is that both an optometrist and an ophthalmologist could…
Eye conditions are ever-more common, and many of them are associated with age. This should not be perceived to mean that your vision will naturally degrade as you grow older. While there are genetic factors in the development of eye conditions, research is indicating that our general health and lifestyle habits have a lot more…
Eye injuries are not uncommon, especially among individuals who lead more active lifestyles. Nearly 40,000 injuries occur during recreational and sporting activities every year, affecting many children as well as adults. Dr. Croley is no stranger to eye injuries related to sports. Our dedicated team is committed to comprehensive care that alleviates concerns related to…
At the turn of the new year, millions of people made the resolution to get more physically fit and healthy. For many, this may involve getting into a sport. Doing so can make exercise a lot more fun. Depending on how well you want to do in your chosen sport, you know you need to…
We all know that we need sleep to replenish the body and mind. The term “recharge the batteries” may sound cliché, but it’s not so far off from what happens when we sleep. The way that many of us treat sleep, though, makes this vital activity seem more like a luxury; an optional task that…
