We know that caring for an elderly parent or other loved one can be difficult. Regular eye exams are just one more thing that can get lost in the shuffle of trying to juggle everything on your plate. That’s why your trusted Colorado Springs eye...
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Treating glaucoma can be difficult, and scientists are still trying to figure out how to reverse the condition once it’s started. Luckily, there are still simple, easy things that you can start doing right now to help slow the progression of...
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There’s nothing more annoying than when your eye suddenly starts twitching, and you have no idea why. Should you be concerned? Is it a sign of something worse? As Denver’s eye doctors, we feel it’s important to correct any false information out...
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While speed and strength top the traits of a successful athlete, there is one more ability that is often overlooked – vision. It is an important component in sports that does not quite get the recognition it should, despite having a...
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Conjunctivitis, commonly known as pink eye, is a common problem across the U.S., affecting some six million people each year. Both children and adults experience conjunctivitis, which is caused by an infection in the eye. Symptoms of pink eye...
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There are several types of pink eye infections. Viral and bacterial pink eye infections are most common. We see many patients suffering from pink eye here at VOPA and the first thing we need to learn is which type of infection affects their eyes...
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Following the 20-20-20 rule when using a computer screen reduces eye strain and pain as well as the potential for poor eye health and disease when using this device for extended time periods. Applying the 20-20-20 rule is very simple and...
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Protecting our eyes is essential. Our eyes give us a clear vision of the world and the great things, people, and places that exist around us. Lifestyle choices, stress, age, and health conditions all impact our eyes. Without proper protection...
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At VOPA, caring for the eye health of our veterans with diabetes is a job we take seriously. Our eye doctors in Colorado Springs understand the unique needs that people living with diabetes face when caring for their eyes. We offer free eye care...
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There are things that you can do to protect your vision and eye health, reducing the risk you’ll develop vision problems or diseases of the eyes. While it’s true that dozens of simple steps help minimize risks, the three we’ll discuss below are...
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Astigmatism is a very complicated condition that causes blurry vision. This condition is caused when your curvature of the eye is imperfect. As per the eye doctor Colorado Springs, Astigmatism happens when the cornea has mismatched curves...
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Ray-Ban is one of the most renowned names in the world of optical. Many simply love wearing a Ray-Ban and, at times, cannot resist a cheap bargain. However, in the zeal to get a good deal, people often get conned into purchasing a counterfeit...
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