Treatment of visual impairment

The eye is one of the most important analyzers that perceives and processes the signal from the visual receptor. The final result is a visual image. But sometimes various failures occur in the work of the visual system, diseases occur, resulting in deterioration of vision.

There can be many reasons for this pathology. It can also manifest itself in different ways. Vision can deteriorate gradually or abruptly, temporarily or permanently. At any slightest deviation from the norm, you should immediately contact a doctor, as this may be a sign of serious diseases. If they are diagnosed at an early stage, treatment will be much more effective.

How to stop vision deterioration?

Stopping vision deterioration is possible only with careful observation of vision hygiene. When working at the computer, it is recommended to take short breaks every hour, 5-10 minutes, during which you need to do eye exercises. This will allow the eye muscle to be in tone and avoid atony. It is also recommended to use special computer glasses that provide constant eye protection, prevent excessive strain and fatigue.

It is also necessary to avoid eye strain and prolonged fixation of the gaze on one point. If possible, it is necessary to provide the oculomotor muscle with the necessary range of movements, covering various objects, distances, and shapes with the gaze.

It is important to maintain proper nutrition. In particular, food should contain a large amount of carotenoids, vitamins. The correct exchange of salts and mineral elements is important. At the same time, it is necessary to maintain a normal water-salt balance.

It is important to follow a daily routine, adhere to a certain schedule of work and rest, avoid nervous shocks, stress, and overexertion. Physical overexertion also has a negative effect on vision.

When the first signs of vision deterioration appear, you need to contact an ophthalmologist as soon as possible to find out the cause and choose the necessary treatment. No matter what the doctor prescribes, you still need to do eye exercises on your own, since they improve blood circulation and tone the muscles.

It is also necessary to give your eyes a chance to rest periodically. This means that you need to exclude the computer for several hours. Even watching a movie is highly undesirable, since it creates the same intense work for the eye as working at the computer. It is better to engage in active rest, in which the eyes are used minimally. To rest the eyes, it is recommended to clean or take a walk. You can listen to music, go to a cafe with friends.

General exercises and gymnastics for the eyes, sports, physical education also have a positive effect on the condition of the eye. It is necessary to do gymnastics several times a day. You can do eye exercises in separate small complexes of 10-15 minutes, several approaches during the day.

The "Trataka" technique has proven itself well. To perform it, you need to take a lit candle and place it at eye level. About a meter away from your eyes. Then you need to sit in a comfortable position and relax. Look into the candle flame, trying to look straight into the center of the flame. Try not to blink your eyes, or blink as rarely as possible.

If your eyes start to water, that's good. It means there are problems with your eyes and vision, which will be normalized during the procedure. The lacrimal glands start working, actively producing tear fluid that washes the eye, moisturizes the mucous membrane, prevents inflammation and infections. The flame of fire provides reliable training for the eye muscle.

During the exercise, you need to try to relax your whole body as much as possible, relax your eyes. If the eye muscle is tense, you will not be able to achieve any results. To do this, you can create an appropriate environment: turn on an aroma lamp, add relaxing essential oils to it. You can use incense, aromatic sticks, herbs, turn on soothing music. The sounds of nature and classical music have the most beneficial effect on the nervous system.

For maximum relaxation, it is recommended to first lie in the relaxing Shavasana pose for at least 20-30 minutes.

To do this, it is recommended to lie down in the "lying on your back" position, with your arms and legs slightly apart. After this, it is recommended to stretch your spine, press your neck and lower back as much as possible to the floor. We begin to relax, let go of all thoughts and worries. Feel how your legs relax. Feel the relaxation of each toe, metatarsus, tarsus, the entire foot. Feel how relaxation slowly rises up the shin, covers the knee area. The kneecap goes down, slowly relaxes. Relaxation slides along the femoral muscle, covers the thigh, buttock. The buttocks relax.

Then the relaxation moves to the pelvic area, the perineum area. The perineum relaxes, drops. The lower abdomen is relaxed, the entire abdomen is soft, relaxed. Gradually, the relaxation moves up the front side of the abdominal wall. At the same time, a wave of relaxation covers the lateral surface, the back side. The back, the muscles along the spine, the spine itself relax. Feel each vertebra, its lightness and mobility.

Feel the relaxation of the chest, intercostal muscles, collarbones, shoulder blades of the neck. Pay special attention to the face. Feel the relaxation of each facial muscle. Pay attention to how the forehead, nose, cheeks, jaw relax. Unclench the jaws, for their more complete relaxation it is recommended to slightly open the mouth, release the jaw.

Pay special attention to the eyes. Relax your closed eyes: first the areas around the eyes, then the eye itself, the eyelids. Try to see only darkness before your eyes. If any pictures, colors, circles appear, mentally shade them, dissolve them. Try to merge, even out all the tones into a single black canvas.

After this, slowly rise with your eyes closed, sit on your knees. Rub your hands in your palms, cover your eyes. Fold your hands so that the light does not penetrate through your fingers. Open your eyes into your hands folded in this way. You can lower yourself down, putting your head on the floor. After this, slowly rise, lower your hands, open your eyes. Now, maintaining a relaxed state, you can move on to the practice of "Trataka". The time for performing Trataka is individual. You can start with 5 minutes a day, gradually increasing the duration of the workout to 30-40 minutes.

After the procedure, it is recommended to drink a cup of hot tea or a soothing herbal decoction. After that, you can take a bath or go to bed. It is better to do the complex in the evening, before going to bed.

Medicines

In case of visual impairment, Mexidol is prescribed – a drug belonging to the antioxidant group. It protects cell membranes, ensures the blood and tissues are filled with oxygen, removes carbon dioxide and metabolic products. It has an anti-stress effect, promotes muscle relaxation, including smooth muscles, the ciliary muscle. Reduces necrotic and degenerative processes in the body. Accelerates the transmission of nerve impulses, improves the innervation of the eye.

Prescribed for acute cerebrovascular accidents, vascular dystonia, fatigue, tiredness, and smooth muscle atony.

It is necessary to observe precautions: take the drug strictly according to the scheme. The dosage should be increased and decreased gradually. First, take 200 mg per day, then gradually increase the dosage to 600 mg per day. In order to complete the course, it is necessary to gradually reduce the dosage from 600 mg to 200 mg. Side effects - the load on the kidneys and urinary system increases, accordingly, it should not be taken by people with kidney and liver problems.

Mydocalm is a drug that helps reduce the tone of skeletal and smooth muscles. It is used for circulatory disorders, osteochondrosis, nervousness, atony. It is used for various disorders of the functioning of the ocular, auditory, olfactory analyzer. It stabilizes cell membranes and has a local anesthetic effect.

A relatively safe remedy, with virtually no side effects. Take 1 tablet three times a day. The drug is well tolerated, side effects are rare. If they occur, no action is required, you can only reduce the dosage, and all symptoms will disappear on their own.

Cortexin is a powder for injection. To prepare an injection solution, you will need 10 mg of Cortexin and 6-12 mg of glycine to stabilize cell membranes.

Belongs to the group of nootropic drugs. Has a neuroprotective effect, antioxidant effect. Is specific to a certain type of tissue. By its nature, it is a bioregulator. Normalizes blood circulation, metabolic processes, reduces the effect of neurotoxic factors. Improves the sense of smell, hearing, vision. Normalizes memory, thought processes. It is used in the form of injections or intravenous infusions according to the doctor's instructions. Allergic reactions are possible as side effects.

Aescusan is a preparation based on horse chestnut and thiamine extracts. Reduces swelling, protects the nervous system and blood vessels from the negative effects of unfavorable factors, tones the veins.

It is used to treat circulatory disorders, vascular insufficiency, eliminates cramps, spasms. It is recommended for hearing and vision disorders. It can be taken as a solution of 12-15 drops, as well as in tablet form, 1 tablet three times a day. The course of treatment is on average 3 months, if necessary, the dosage can be doubled.

Side effects are possible, which manifest themselves in the form of itching, irritation of the mucous membrane, dyspeptic disorders. Allergic reactions are possible, up to anaphylactic shock. Therefore, it is important to observe precautions and not to violate the treatment regimen, not to exceed the dosage. It can be taken only after consulting a doctor.

Diprospan. This drug is a preparation that includes soluble and slightly soluble esters of betamethasone. It is used for introduction into the inflammation site in various ways. Needles of various diameters are used for injections. The active substance is a readily soluble component capable of rapid absorption from the injection site. This allows the drug to quickly begin its therapeutic effect. It gradually turns into a slightly soluble component that accumulates at the injection site in small quantities and then begins to be slowly absorbed from it. Due to this effect, the drug has a long-term effect.

It is used for various diseases, such as inflammation of the nerve, narrowing of blood vessels, and circulatory disorders. This also includes similar processes occurring in the retina of the eye. It works against diseases caused by allergic and infectious factors. It eliminates inflammation and dissolves exudates. The method of administration, dosage regimen, duration, and frequency of therapy are determined individually for each patient. They depend on the severity of the pathological process, indications, and the patient's response to treatment. With local administration, additional use of anesthetics is sometimes required.

The drug is contraindicated in systemic mycoses, individual sensitivity to the components, as well as in the presence of thrombocytopenia and purpura. Side effects depend on the dosage of the drug. Reactions are almost always reversible and require a reduction in dosage. Complications such as the development of subcapsular cataract and increased intraocular pressure are possible from the visual organs. Glaucoma and exophthalmos are considered as remote effects. It should be used with caution in people with herpes infection, as well as in eye pathology caused by herpesvirus activity. This can lead to corneal perforation.

Patients with unstable psyche, unstable emotions, may develop mental disorders, psychosis. Also, treatment with Diprospan is incompatible with vaccination. It is not recommended for people with tuberculosis. In case of progressive and severe form of tuberculosis, use is allowed only under condition of providing full anti-tuberculosis therapy. In case of latent form of tuberculosis, powerful prevention is required against the background of taking the drug.

It can be used for a short period of time. Otherwise, the deterioration of vision will only progress, and glaucoma with damage to the optic nerve, secondary eye infection may also develop.

Drops for deteriorating vision

In case of vision impairment, you can use Visin. It is dripped three times a day, 2-3 drops. It helps well with eye fatigue and lacrimation.

For inflammatory diseases, conjunctivitis, use albucid. It is recommended to drip 2 drops every 2-3 hours, gradually reducing the dosage to 4 times a day.

Levomycetin drops have also proven themselves well. They are used one drop at a time 3 times a day for bacterial infections, inflammation, and redness.

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Vitamins

When vision is reduced, vitamins are prescribed. A vitamin complex developed specifically for vision restoration, Optix, has proven itself well. Take 1 tablet three times a day.

Blueberry-forte also works well. It is recommended for increased eye fatigue, high eye strain. Contains vitamins blueberry, lecithin.

It is also recommended to take B vitamins.

The daily dosage ranges from 5 to 1 mg, depending on the vitamin subgroup.

You can take Aevit, a complex containing vitamins A and E. Take 1 tablet 2 times a day.

The daily dosage for vitamin C is 500-1000 mg.

Physiotherapy treatment

Physiotherapeutic methods do not treat the eyes. An exception is laser vision correction. However, this procedure is considered a surgical treatment.

To restore vision, therapeutic eye exercises, body massage, especially of the neck and collar zone, and eye palping are used. Reflexology and acupuncture are effective.

Ayurvedic Treatment for Weak Eyesight

If we proceed from the point of view of Ayurveda - the Eastern science of maintaining health, a person is a part of the Universe and consists of a trinity: "matter - soul - spirit". These three substances must be maintained in harmony. This is the key to getting rid of all diseases.

All diseases arise at the level of the physical body. They arise when there is an imbalance in the energy body. If harmony is achieved in the energy plane, diseases will cease to bother a person. The basis of energy balance is the movement of prana - the life force through the channels (meridians) of the body. If the flow of prana is disrupted, disease occurs.

There are many methods aimed at restoring the normal flow of prana in the body. Pranayama, a complex of breathing exercises used in hatha yoga and yoga therapy, has proven itself well. Complexes can be found on special websites. There are many video workouts, lessons that allow you to train independently at home. You can sign up for special training, where the lesson will be conducted by a qualified instructor. He will help you master the exercise correctly, select an individual pace and rhythm of execution, and outline the optimal training scheme.

Also, the Ayurvedic therapy system offers many methods of vision training, for example, special dynamic and static complexes for the eyes, palping, external and internal trataka, exercises for focusing the gaze, concentration of attention.

Ayurveda uses the healing powers of nature in therapy. Color therapy (chromotherapy) is used - a method based on the healing effect of color on the human body. It is known that green color has a beneficial effect on the eyes - it has a relaxing effect, normalizes the work of the eye muscle, light-perceiving cells.

Healing color meditation has proven itself well. An aroma lamp is placed in the center of the room, a candle is lit in it. Essential oil is added. Then it is necessary to perform breathing exercises for several minutes, which will help normalize the flow of prana in the body, tune the body to practice, activate breathing and saturation of the body with oxygen and nutrients.

After taking a breath, it is advisable to start contemplating the candle. You need to look at the candle directly, without looking away. You cannot blink (or do it as rarely as possible). The gaze is focused precisely on the center of the candle, we try to peer into the flame. If the eyes begin to water, this is good. This indicates that the lacrimal gland has begun its work, the eye is sufficiently moistened, accordingly, its function is restored.

After completing the exercise, it is advisable to do a relaxing exercise, for example, lie down for some time in the Shavasana pose.

Ayurveda uses sound therapy. For example, therapy with certain melodies, sounds of nature, animal voices. Classical music has a positive effect. There is specially developed therapeutic music aimed at treating certain diseases. Words also have a healing effect. Sounds, their combinations, mantras help to generate a certain vibration, first with the help of the vocal cords. Gradually, these vibrations make the body vibrate at a different frequency, which corresponds to the state of health, as a result of which the body recovers.

Singing, rhythmic speech, poetry therapy, and even letters of the alphabet, numbers pronounced in a certain sequence heal. Today, mantra yoga, antra-meditation, which is based on the healing effect of sounds on the body, is becoming increasingly popular.

Treatment with smells has been used for a long time. Various essential oils and herbal infusions are used for this. Oils are used for aromatherapy sessions and for massage.

Essential oil can also be used in medicinal baths. Herbs and oils are widely used in balneotherapy. Special compresses, wraps, and inhalations are used. Oils are used in aromatic pillows, smelling salts, and added to shampoos and other cosmetics. Aromatic stones, sticks, and incense are used.

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Folk remedies

Various folk remedies are indispensable in the treatment of eye diseases and restoration of normal vision.

First of all, the main remedy in the treatment of eye diseases is blueberry. It is recommended to eat blueberries. You need to eat at least 50 grams of fruit daily. This will help restore vision if it has been weakened.

Use honey eye compresses. It is recommended to dissolve a teaspoon of honey in a glass of water, soak a bandage or cotton wool in this solution, and apply to the eyes. Keep for 20-30 minutes. Helps to quickly relieve fatigue.

It is also recommended to apply compresses of strong black tea to tired eyes.

In case of temporary loss or reduction of vision, it is recommended to boil an egg, take out the yolk, put the white in water, cool to body temperature, then apply the white to the eye. Hold for 10 minutes. It helps well with loss of vision that has arisen as a result of nervous stress, overwork, mental overstrain.

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Herbal treatment

Herbs are widely used in the treatment of diseases of the visual organs. Chamomile decoction is used both for external and internal use. It helps relieve inflammation. For conjunctivitis, compresses are applied to the eye. To do this, a cotton pad or gauze is moistened in a warm decoction and applied to the eyes for 10 minutes.

In case of severe inflammation, it is recommended to drink chamomile decoction. You need to drink 2-3 glasses a day.

For inflammation of the eyes and eyelids, use a decoction of thyme to wash the eye. It is recommended to pour 10-15 grams of the herb with a glass of boiling water and leave for an hour. Use warm.

Dill decoction is also used for poultices. To do this, pour 1.5 tablespoons of dill seeds or herbs with a glass of boiling water and leave for an hour.

Homeopathy

Homeopathic remedies are effective in treating eye diseases and restoring lost vision. It is necessary to take precautions: use the drugs only after prior consultation with a doctor, since they can have numerous side effects. For example, with the wrong combination of some drugs, vision can only worsen. It is also necessary to remember that many homeopathic drugs have a cumulative effect, which means that they will have the main effect only after a certain amount of the active substance has accumulated in the body.

Often they start to act only after the full course is over. Accordingly, you should not expect a quick effect from them. However, the advantage is that such drugs act for a long time and allow you to maintain your vision in a normal state.

For inflammation of the lacrimal sac or the edge of the eyelid, cow's milk with honey added is used. It is used as a compress in warm form.

A herbal collection is also recommended. To prepare it, take 15 grams of black elderberry, blue cornflower and toadflax, pour a glass of boiling water over it. Infuse, cool to a warm state. Use for washing eyes or lotions.

For conjunctivitis, which is accompanied by blurred vision and decreased vision, use marshmallow. It is recommended to prepare a decoction. Take a teaspoon of marshmallow, pour a glass of boiling water. Infuse for 30-40 minutes. Use for lotions. You can also drink 2-3 tablespoons three times a day. This will help reduce inflammation faster.

Deterioration of vision can be prevented by washing your eyes with a decoction of oats or millet groats every morning and evening.

Surgical treatment, operations

Surgical treatment methods are used when conservative methods have proven ineffective.

Some diseases, such as cataracts, are treated only surgically, by completely replacing the damaged lens. Vascular problems can be resolved with surgery. Tumors are also always treated only surgically, by removing them. Retinal detachment and rupture can be repaired using laser welding.

Today, laser vision correction methods are increasingly used, as they are safer and less traumatic. The recovery period after such operations is quite short. There are also effective methods that use laser beams and mechanical keratoplasty. Using a keratome, it is possible to detach a corneal flap. Then, using a laser, the profile is corrected. As a result, the cornea becomes thinner, and the flap is soldered into place using a laser.

Lasers are also used to correct visual aberrations. The operation is performed by staining the corneal epithelium with alcohol and then treating it with a laser.