How Does Light Pass Through the Eye?

Posted on September 4, 2024 (September 4, 2024) by Total Vision

An eye doctor checks pupillary response by passing a light over a lady's eye.

How we see the vibrant colors of a sunset, the intricate details of a leaf, and the smile on a […]

How to Improve Peripheral Vision

Posted on July 17, 2024 by Total Vision

A woman getting her peripheral vision tested by an optometrist.

There are many practical tips and exercises designed to help you sharpen your peripheral vision including:

Performing Peripheral Vision Exercises

Incorporating Physical Activities

Using Technology and Apps

Making Healthy Lifestyle Choices

Engaging in Mindfulness Practices […]

Do Contact Lenses Make Your Eyesight Worse?

Posted on June 10, 2024 by Total Vision

A close-up of a woman with brown eyes is in the process of inserting her contact lens.

As long as your contact lens prescription is up to date, and you’re practicing proper contact lens care and wear, contacts will not make your eyesight worse. In fact, they’re supposed to be making it better with their corrections! But poor contact lens management can increase your risk of infection and lead to further vision complications. […]

Can You Have Better than 20/20 Vision?

Posted on May 29, 2024 (May 29, 2024) by Total Vision

A close-up of healthy-looking hazel-coloured eyes staring at a distance.

The standard measure of visual acuity, known as 20/20 vision, is often regarded as the pinnacle of clear eyesight. But what if we told you that the realm of vision holds possibilities beyond this well-known benchmark? […]

Why Do I Wake Up with Red Eyes?

Posted on April 2, 2024 by Total Vision

Early morning red eyes can indicate:

Lack of sleep

Allergies

Dry eyes

Infections […]

Can Bad Eyesight Cause Headaches?

Posted on February 23, 2024 (February 23, 2024) by Total Vision

A man suffering from a headache possibly cause by bad eyesight.

Most of us have experienced a headache at some point, and it’s logical to wonder if there is a connection between headaches and our eyes. There isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer for headaches because there are different kinds, but bad eyesight can cause headaches. […]

Can Kids Go to School with Pink Eye?

Posted on February 8, 2024 (February 8, 2024) by Total Vision

A young girl with red, swollen eyes from pink eye.

Certain types of pink eye are highly contagious and can spread quickly if your kid goes to school. Your child should not go to school with pink eye. Once they’ve started treatment and are no longer showing symptoms, your doctor may approve your child returning to class. […]

Can Stress Cause Double Vision?

Posted on January 12, 2024 (January 12, 2024) by Total Vision

A point of view of a person suffering from double vision looking at a pair of eyeglasses on top of an opened book.

When you’re feeling stressed out, it could lead to symptoms of vision loss and even visual distortions, affecting one or both of your eyes, either intermittently or constantly. Anxiety, which is often a stress reaction, can also cause double vision, particularly if you’re hyperventilating, or breathing too fast. […]