RUSHABH EYE HOSPITAL AND LASER CENTER

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The Secret behind Cleopatra's Eye Makeup

Researchers now believe that Egyptians applied the eyeliner 4,000 years ago in order to ward off infections.

Lead salts in the make-up helped to protect against eye disease, the French study claims.

The "smokey eyes" look favoured by ancient Egyptians such as Cleopatra is one of the most enduring in fashion.

Their study, published in the journal Analytical Chemistry, suggests it helped to protect against eye disease.

The key appears to be lead salts contained in the make-up which boosts the immune system to fight off bacteria which can cause eye infection.The make-up used by the ancient Egyptians to darken and enhance the eyes sometimes took up to a month to concoct.

In theory, because it contained lead it might actually have posed a risk to health.

But an analysis by scientists led by Philippe Walter showed that at low doses it had a protective effect.

He said: "We knew ancients Greeks and Romans too had noted the make-up had medicinal properties, but wanted to determine exactly how."

The researchers used a tiny electrode, a 10th of the thickness of a human hair, to look at the effect of lead chloride salt synthesised by the Egyptians – laurionite – on a single cell.

"In stimulating non-specific immunological defences, one may argue that these lead compounds were deliberately manufactured and used in ancient Egyptian formulations to prevent and treat eye illnesses by promoting the action of immune cells," they said.

It is also thought that Galena, the natural mineral form of lead sulphite, was used as eye make up known as kohl and possesses antiseptic and fly-deterrent properties as well as protecting the eyes from intense sun.

Egyptian eye exercise

Egyptian eye exercise for eye vision correction

Lazy Eight
Egyptian black dot exercise
Egyptian letter gazing exercise

Practice these eye exercise techniques 2 or 3 times a week. Take 2 or 3 day rest between each eye session, depending on the energy level. The day after the first eye routine the eye muscles may be sore; do not worry. The "soreness" will gradually leave. Soreness means that it have "worked-out" weak eye muscles lying dormant for many years. The rest period between each eye exercise session is also important. During periods of rest the eyes and body heal and rebuild, imparting strength and health. Never wear glasses while performing eye exercises. If able to move around without glasses, do so when start this program.

"Lazy Eight" Neck Loosening Exercise

It is a Pre-Eye Exercise Warm-Up Technique. Performing the lazy eight exercise slowly and smoothly loosens the back of the neck, calms the nervous system, and enables to focus the eyes clearly. Simply draw imaginary "eights" with the nose, while moving the head. Large "figure-eights" drawn with the nose helps to relax the larger muscles of the eyes, while tiny "figure eights" relax the smaller muscles of the eyes.

How to do
Draw figure eights with the nose; move the head slowly and smoothly. Vary the "figure eights" by drawing them vertically, then horizontally. Draw large ones and finally tiny "figure eights." Perform them in both directions -- right to left and left to right; top to bottom and bottom to top. Spend at least three minutes on this exercise.

The Lazy Eight Neck Exercise is performed first in routine because it relaxes the neck muscles and allows fresh blood to flow to the eyes and brain. It prepares for the rest of the eye routine and insures greater success in improving the vision. The eye exercises that follow, if practiced regularly and consistently, can help bring the vision back to 20-20 and beyond! Perform the eye exercises with joy and relaxation. Results will be forthcoming.

Egyptian Black Dot Technique

Part I

First prepare the Black Dot on a 2 - 3 white card. (Do not move the head; move the card only--in and out) Draw a Black Dot about the size of a button on the card with black ink. If have trouble seeing close (farsightedness) does not perform this first part of the Black Dot Technique. Perform the second part only below. Hold the card in front of the eyes. Next, move card to the tip of the nose and gaze at the black dot for 30 seconds. Must see only one dot. If two dots are seen, move the card away from the nose until only see one dot. After 30 seconds move the card straight out in front of the eyes, then rest and close the eyes for a few seconds. Next, raise the card up between eyebrows and gaze at the dot for 30 seconds. Move the card as close as possible to see only one dot. And then rest for a few seconds. Be sure that only see one dot; this means that both eyes are working together. Be persistent and consistent and the results are amazing. Remember to breathe gently, deeply and naturally.

Part II
While keeping the head straight, move the black dot to the right shoulder and gaze at it for 30 seconds. Then, move dot to the left shoulder and gaze at it for 30 seconds. Close eyes and rest. Farsighted people can perform this shoulder to shoulder Black Dot Exercise with great benefit. The Black Dot Techniques make the eye muscles focus in positions it does not normally focus in. This helps to reshape and balance the eyeball itself.

Egyptian Letter Gazing Technique

Part I

(Exercise for Close & Distant Vision) Cut out three 1 /8" to 1 /4" thick letters from a newspaper or magazine and glue them on a 2 x 3 white card. Perform each exercise with one eye at a time, then both eyes together. The eye that is covered with the palm is to be kept open during the exercise. This enables both eyes to work together during the exercise. Start out with three repetitions in each direction. Every two to three weeks add one repetition, until reach six.

Hold the card twelve inches in front of the eyes. Concentrate on one of the letters, always focusing to see it clearly. Move the card above the eyes and below the chin three times. Do this one eye at a time and then both eyes together. Keep the head still--move the eyes only.
Hold card twelve inches in front of the eyes. Move the card slowly from the right eye to the left eye--always keeping sight of the letter. Perform with one eye, then both eyes together, three times each.
Hold the letter in front of the face, and move the card in right and left diagonally. Perform three times each way. Again perform one eye at a time, then both eyes together.
Move card in large circles, at arms length. Perform three times each way, one eye at a time, then both together.
Hold the card about one foot in front of the head and move the card smoothly in a ten inch diameter circle. Perform ten times clockwise and ten times counterclockwise. Perform with one eye at a time and both eyes together.

Important Eye Note
Breathe deeply and naturally and try not to blink. See the letter as clearly as possible without eye strain. These Egyptian Eye Techniques are superior exercises for reshaping the eyeballs and strengthening the eye muscles. They help to create eye muscle balance. Do not confuse this exercise with ordinary eye exercises, there is no comparison!

It helps to reshape the eye back to its normal position, so that light can focus on the retina properly for perfect eyesight. This technique coordinates the mind and eyes to work in perfect harmony. Persistence is the key to success in vision improvement.

Part II
(Exercise for Close & Distant Vision) - After practicing the Egyptian Letter Gazing Technique Part I for a month, then now practice the Advanced Egyptian Letter Gazing Technique, Part II.

How to Perform

Hold the card at least two to three feet from the eyes.
To improve the distant sight, must use the eyes to see beyond two feet to overcome myopia (nearsightedness).
Paste a black letter on a 2 by 3 card and tape the card to one end of a 12 inch ruler. These letters should be big enough to see easily at two foot.
As the eyesight becomes clear at this distance, use smaller letters to help obtain further improvement.
To improve the close vision (farsightedness), simply perform the eye exercise holding the letters less than twelve inches from the eyes.
Perform this "Advanced" exercise in the same sequence as did in the above Beginning Egyptian Letter Gazing Technique.

Stellaris® Vision Enhancement System

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Dark Circles

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Are you worried of those dark circles under eye? Dark circles are natural when you face severe stress, lack of sleep, depression or headaches. Everyone wants to look good and as a result keep on experimenting with their looks.

Dark circles are caused below the eyes, where the skin is thin. This skin is not endowed with the oil glands like the rest parts of the body. Hence, as it gets dry, it gets wrinkly and results in the formation of dark circles under the eyes.

Causes

Lack of Sleep
Those who suffer from insomnia, who do not get to sleep properly, and who overstress their muscles, are prone to dark circles. Dark circles being caused under the eyes can cause the skin to appear instantly aged after even as little as one night without adequate amount of sleep or without adequate consumption of water which can help to reduce the swelling that occurs within the skin leading to dark under eye circles.

Allergies
Allergies are the most probable and common reasons for dark circles and puffy eyes are allergies which may be seasonal such as hay fever, or an undetected food allergy such as a gluten allergy (celiac disease). The best course of action to avoid the under eye smudges in such a case would be to avoid the allergens. Seasonal allergies can be treated with prescription medication.

Sun exposure
Excess sun exposure leading to damage of the eye area is another cause of dark circles which can form under the eye area. Sun damage comes from excess exposure in which the delicate skin around the eye is not protected with the use of sunscreen as well as eye cream. The eyes are prone to dark circles due to the increased exposure of the skin to the sun that causes hyper-pigmentation.

Skin Irritation
Dark under eye circles have a variety of causes and it is important to remember that these causes can sometimes be out of our control. The capillaries (small veins through the skin of the eye area) can sometimes become irritated and suffer from trauma, creating the tell-tale dark under eye circles - which is represented through bruising and through this bruising, the dark under eye circles can become noticeable through the skin. Although most often temporary, these bruises can often leave permanent damage through the sensitive skin through the under eye area.

Vitamins and Minerals
A lack of vitamins and nutrients within the diet can lead to under eye circles forming on the lower lid of the eye. Vitamins and nutrients ingested through the diet and absorbed into the body can benefit the skin and when an individual ingests a diet which is lacking in vitamins and nutrients the skin will suffer. Skin can suffer from dryness and therefore become depleted of moisture. Once the skin has been depleted of moisture, damage can easily occur, causing the discoloration which can lead to dark under eye circles.

Effective natural ways to treat dark circles

Does your current remedy to cure those dark circles under your eye work well for you? It’s common sense that some remedies work better than others and there aren’t any that are 100% effective but you can find many home remedies that are more natural and will help. Here are 5 of the many natural remedies to help treat those dark circles.

Cucumber
This might be one of the most cliché remedies but it’s also one that is very effective. Cut thin slices of a cucumber and put them on your eyes. They will help lighten your dark circles, decrease puffiness and soothe your eyes.

You want to lie down first and then put the thin cucumber slices on your eyes. You want to be sure they make contact with the skin underneath your eyes in order for them to be effective. Leave them on for at least 5 minutes and make sure the juice doesn’t get into your eyes because it will burn. If you want something more convenient you might try a cream that has cucumber extract to get the same effect as well as stronger capillaries under your eyes.

Tea Bags
This is a natural remedy that is pretty well known and is also a very beneficial one. The caffeine contained in the tea bags helps diminish the puffiness and dark circles. Many eye creams contain caffeine that you might have noticed already as well. Tea is also an antioxidant that is very beneficial to your skin.

Squeeze the excess water out of a used tea bag then lie down and place one on each eye. Leave them on for about 5 to 10 minutes and you will see an improvement in the dark circles as well as the puffiness under your eyes. Try not to get the tea in your eyes as well. Herbal teas don’t work as good as regular tea except for chamomile because it contains anti-inflammatory power that helps decrease the dark circles along with the puffiness.

Potatoes
Peel a regular potato and then cut two slices about 3mm thick each. Now place one slice on each eye and leave them there for about 20 minutes. Potatoes are convenient and work effectively to help reduce the dark circles.

Two Teaspoons
You are probably wondering just what ‘two teaspoons’ means. It’s actually rather simple. You put two teaspoons in the freezer for around 10 minutes. While they are in the freezer, go wash your face with warm water and then lie down and place the two teaspoons over your eyes. You will see an improvement with this quick and easy method.

Banana
Just peel a banana, mash it up and then put a little under your eyes before you lay down for bed. The potassium in the banana helps get rid of the dark circles. Some people even notice complete results the next morning because the dark circles are fully gone. Why not give it a shot?

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Blinking of the eye

Blinking of eyes is normal and is essential to remove the dirt that gets accumulated on the surface of the eyeball. Tear glands located in the upper eyelid generate tears, a liquid that is primarily made up of water. Eye blinking transport tears from tear glands to the surface of the eye, which helps in cleaning the eyes. Usually, blinking about 15 - 16 times every minute is normal but when the blinks dramatically increase to 30 - 40 per minute, this condition is termed as excessive blinking, that can affect one or both the eyes.

Excessive Blinking Causes

Although people of all ages suffer from excessive blinking, it is more prevalent among toddlers and children. Persistent blinking of the eye is annoying as it attracts unfriendly stares and sometimes anger of the opposite sex. Continuous eye blinking has been attributed to common eye problems such as dry eyes and eyelid spasms.

Dry Eyes
Doctors are of the firm opinion that dry eyes can contribute to excessive blinking. As we all know, dry eyes occur when tear glands in the eyes are unable to produce tears in sufficient amounts. This lack of moisture can make a person blink excessively during the day. Persistent dryness associated with diminished production of eyes can be a cause of great discomfort, to which the person may react by blinking the eyes excessively. This is the most common reason behind excessive blinking in children.

Presence of Foreign Object
Foreign particles entering the eyes and getting stuck somewhere in the lower eyelid can also lead to excessive blinking. A foreign object trapped under the lower eyelid causes irritated eyes and it may respond by blinking excessively. This may continue until the foreign particle is removed. Exposure to foreign particles is many a time the culprit behind excessive blinking in toddlers.

Eyelid Spasms
Excessive blinking of eyes has also been linked to eyelid spasms. Spasms refers to the uncontrolled movement of muscles that usually last for a minute. In eyelid spasms, a common eye problem, the upper eyelid muscles move 'to and fro' involuntarily for a stipulated period of time. In case of severe eyelid muscle spasms that can last for several minutes, it may appear as if the person is blinking persistently.

Eyesight Problems
Excessive eye blinking in children has also been associated with eye vision problems. Children who are are unable to see properly due to birth defects that appear as blurred vision are often seen blinking excessively.

Brain Disorders
A recent study reveals that the blink rate is regulated by the brain. So presence of any abnormalities or diseases in the brain can have a negative impact on the blink rate. Development of tumors in the brain can also cause involuntary blinking of the eye. Infections of the brain can also produce these unwanted changes that affect the eye.

Absence Seizures
This is a type of seizure (involuntary movement of any body part) that is typically marked by decrease in alertness and is accompanied by constant blinking of the eye. Absence seizures are the result of abnormal electrical activity that occur inside the brain.

Anxiety
Anxiety and stress are also one of the factors that can cause excessive eye blinking. Too many eye blinks occurs as a response to a stressful situation. Worrying about something for prolonged periods of time, can trigger an intense feeling of anxiety. This may cause muscle spasms of the eyelid, eventually giving rise to excessive blinking.

However, in most cases excessive blinking in children is not worrisome and vanishes without any treatment. Many a times, too much physical activity that causes fatigue, results in repeated movements of the eyelids. In such cases, taking adequate rest resolves the issue.

Advantage of Crystalens HD

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Unlike standard cataract replacement lenses, Crystalens® lenses correct your cataracts and give you back your full range of vision. They flex like your eye's natural lens, allowing you to see better at all distances. If you're like many Crystalens® patients, you'll hardly, if ever, need your glasses or contacts again.

Now what is Crystalens®?

Crystalens® is an accommodating intraocular lens that, unlike a standard IOL, can treat both a person's cataracts and presbyopia—loss of near and intermediate vision. You probably noticed in your forties that you started to lose some of your up-close vision and had to start wearing reading glasses. Crystalens® not only treats your cataracts (a clouding or hardening of your lens), but can also reduce or eliminate your dependence on glasses. It does so by recreating accommodation similar to your eye's natural lens. The unique Crystalens® can reduce or eliminate glasses for most activities, including: reading a book, working on the computer, and driving a car.

What makes the Crystalens® unique?

In conventional lens implant surgery, which has been the standard treatment for cataracts for many years, the surgeon implants a fixed focus plastic or silicone artificial lens. This lens allows the patient to see well only at distance. For reading vision, patients would require a pair of glasses.

Unlike other intraocular lenses (IOLs), the Crystalens® has the unique ability to focus on objects at varying distances using the eye's natural muscle. This means that the Crystalens® can provide sharper vision, without corrective lenses, potentially throughout a full range of vision from near to far and everything in between.

Standard (single vision) lens implants do not have the ability to provide a full range of vision. Most people who have single vision lens implants MUST wear glasses for middle and near vision. Similarly, most people over the age of 45 who have LASIK have a single range of vision, unless they have one eye treated for distance and one eye corrected for near vision. This type of treatment, sometimes called "monovision" has its own set of limitations and may not be the answer for everyone.

However, the Crystalens® is able to restore your eye's natural focusing ability by using a design that corresponds to the way the natural lens flexes and focuses.

ONLY FDA-Approved accommodating IOL

Crystalens® was the first presbyopia correcting IOL introduced into the United States market and is currently the only FDA-approved accommodating IOL. Crystalens® addresses the limitations of standard monofocal IOLs and multifocal IOLs by providing the following advantages to patients:

Provides a Broad Range of Vision: Crystalens® moves and changes shape using the eye's natural focusing mechanism, instead of remaining fixed and stationary within the eye. This movement, or accommodation, allows the eye to focus on objects across a broad range of distances to reduce or eliminate dependence on glasses. In particular, this accommodation provides significant advantages in addressing intermediate vision.

Maintains Clarity of Vision: Unlike multifocal lenses, Crystalens® directs all available light received by the

eye to a single focal point, comparable to that of a healthy natural lens.

Patient Adjustment Not Required: Crystalens® produces a single image consistent with normal vision, meaning patients do not need to neuroadapt to viewing multiple images. Patients also do not need to

tolerate or adjust to high levels of halos and glare often associated with multifocal IOLs.

Common eye questions

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Why do we need to worry about the health of our eyes?

Can you imagine not being able to see the text of the newspaper or not being able to see clearly to drive or simply to cross the road? In comparison to our 5 sensory organs the eye is considered to be the most important one.We use our eyes for all of our daily activities.

What measures should we take to keep eyes in tip-top condition?

Eye diseases, like glaucoma, will slowly and irreversibly steal your sight away if it is not detected early. Children with visual deficit that is not properly diagnosed and managed may display avoidance, or even behavioural problems, before the teachers or the parents recognise the problem as visually

Do contact lenses cause many problems, and can they be
prevented?
Contact lens wearers should not overwear their contact lenses and they should allow at least one day's rest from wearing contact lenses each week. Certainly, you can be sure that eyecare professionals are vigilant about stressing the need for better patient education and follow-up care.

What are the common eye problems?

Some examples are eye coordination problems with complaint of intermittent blur, eye strain and, in some cases, double vision. The good news is that most of these problems can be identified and remedied through professional optometric care or eye exercises.

How damaging to your eyes are long hours in front of the computer?

Staring at the computer continually can lead to "Computer Vision Syndrome". Symptoms may include eye irritation, fatigue, pain in the eye, dryness, excessive tearing or blinking.

We can't stop using computers, so what measures can we take to ease the Computer Vision Syndrome?

The most common problem is dry eye. Blink rate tends to be reduced while working on the Pc. Using eyedrops several times a day could help. In addition, try doing some simple eye focusing exercises a few times a day. Simply hold up and look at a pencil tip or text placed at reading distance for a few seconds, making sure that it's clear. Then shift your attention to a distant object such as the clock. Repeat procedure for about 20 times. Subsequently, if you're still struggling to see comfortably while working on the computer, you may need prescription eyeglasses designed specifically for working on the PC.

Are there any dietary ways to keep our eyes healthy?

Six nutrients have a promising role in maintaining eye health. They are the antioxidant vitamins C and E, the carotenoids, lutein, zeaxanthin, beta-carotene and the mineral, zinc. In other words, eat plenty of fruits and vegetables, especially dark leafy ones.

Do any health supplements help in any way?

Recent studies have shown that high-dose nutritional supplementation with previously mentioned contents can slow the progression of Age-Related Macular Degeneration, so maintaining eye health through supplementation is a good practice. Omega-3 supplementation is helpful for those with dry eyes.

How frequently should we have eye examinations?

The American Optometric Association's Clinical Practice Guidelines recommend that adults between ages 40 and 60 receive a comprehensive eye examination every two years, and adults over 60 receive an annual exam. School-aged children need to have an examination annually. As a guide, your eyes should be checked at least once every two years or as recommended by your eyecare professional.

Eye Care in monsoon

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http://www.rushabheyehospital.com www.cataractsurgeryindia.in Here's the tips that can protect your eyes during monsoon:

Raining infections: Incidents of allergic conjunctivitis, dry eye, sty and other infections increase during monsoon due to poor hygienic conditions.
Stay clean: Do not touch your eyes without washing your hands. Children love playing in water-logged streets; this can bring home waterborne bacteria and cause eye infections.
Protection: Do not wipe your face with the towel that has been used to clean your hands or your body.Repeated use of the towel may may spread microbes to your eyes and cause infection.
Contact care: Carry your complete contact lens kit during monsoon. Discontinue wearing your lens if there is redness of eyes.

Eye Care in monsoon

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Cataract Myths and Facts !!!

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When it comes to Cataract, many of us could use a bit of clarity. Myths and old wives’ tales abound, from cataracts that “grow” on top of the eye to others that are said to “ripen.” To debunk the misinformation and help you get to the truth, here is CNIB’s list of cataract myths and facts.

MYTH #1: Cataracts “grow” on top of the eye.

FACT: Cataracts are a clouding of the eye’s lens, and the lens is within the eye, not on its surface. The eye’s natural lens is made up of water and protein fibres that are arranged in a way that makes the lens clear and allows light to pass through. As you age, the protein fibres begin to clump together and cloud small areas of the lens. Over time the clumping in one particular area will stand out, making it harder to see.

MYTH #2: Cataracts can be removed with lasers

FACT: Along with the misconception that cataracts grow on the surface of the eye, many people believe they can be removed with lasers. However this is not the case, because the clouding develops within the actual properties of the lens. In cataract surgery, your natural lens is broken up and removed with an instrument called a phaco probe. The natural lens is then replaced with an artificial lens within the eye called an IOL.

MYTH #3: Cataracts “grow back.”

FACT: Not so. However, occasionally a cataract patient can develop a different, secondary cataract in the years or months following surgery. This happens when the membrane that holds the new lens implant becomes cloudy, increasing problems with glare and making it harder to see. This can be treated with laser surgery. It is a simple procedure in which your eye surgeon makes a small opening within the membrane to allow light to enter the lens. The procedure is quick and painless, takes less than fifteen minutes and is usually conducted in your doctor’s office
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MYTH #4: A cataract must be “ripe” before it can be removed.

FACT: In the past this was true – a cataract had to be in the advanced stage before it could be removed. However with modern cataract surgery, a cataract does not have to “ripen” to be removed. You can have a cataract removed as soon as it begins to affect your vision and quality of life.

MYTH #5: Only older people develop cataracts.

FACT: Cataracts are most common among people over 65 years of age; however, cataracts can occur in people who are younger. These cataracts result from conditions such as diabetes, certain medications and other eye problems. In some cases cataracts can be present at birth; these are called congenital cataracts. For more information on the different types of cataracts, see Cataracts 101: Types and Causes.

MYTH #6: Cataract surgery is dangerous.

FACT: Cataract surgery is one of the safest and most highly perfected surgical procedures in medicine, with a 95 per cent success rate. However, as with any surgery, risks do exist and should be discussed with your doctor before undergoing the procedure.

MYTH #7: It can take months to recover from cataract surgery.

FACT: In many cases cataract patients notice a change in their vision immediately following surgery; however, some people will continue to improve in vision for a few months after that. You will not be able to bend or lift anything heavy for up to three weeks after your procedure and you will need to avoid rubbing or pressing your eye. Other than that, you should be able to resume normal activities the day after surgery, which is when the patch over your eye is removed. (Read Olivette Shaw’s story to learn more about cataract surgery.)

MYTH #8: There is no need for glasses after cataract surgery.

FACT: Whether or not glasses are needed following surgery depends on the type of intraocular lens implanted. With a monofocal lens, patients will most likely still need glasses for near and intermediate distances to read or work on the computer. Many people choose to have a multifocal lens implanted since in most cases all distances are corrected and glasses may not be necessary. You may want to talk to your doctor about whether multifocal lenses might be good for you. Read more information on lens options for cataract surgery.

MYTH #9: Cataracts can spread from one eye to the other.

FACT: Cataracts can develop in one eye or both of them, but they do not spread

MYTH #10: Cataracts are made worse by close-up tasks such as reading and sewing.

FACT: You can’t develop a cataract, or make an existing cataract worse, by doing these tasks. The causes of cataracts are not related to how you use your eyes. However, it is likely that you will notice a cataract because of close-up tasks, since one of the signs of cataracts is requiring a lot more light to do these activities.

MYTH #11: There are ways to reverse cataracts once they occur.

FACT: The clouding of the lens is a natural part of the aging process and can not be avoided. However, you can make lifestyle adjustments to slow or prevent the development of cataracts:

* If you smoke, consider quitting.
* Eat a balanced diet, including a lot of fruits and vegetables.
* Wear sunglasses (with 100% UV A and B protection) and avoid excessive sun exposure.

So that’s the scoop on cataract myths and facts. Armed with a little knowledge and the assurance that cataracts are easily corrected, you will be all set to take on the world – and see clearly again.

EyeXam iPhone App Provides Eye Tests

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SAN FRANCISCO, June 2010 — EyeXam is a free iPhone app that you can use to test your eyes. Developed by two optometrists and distributed by Global EyeVentures, the application is designed to test visual acuity at distance and near, as well as the ability to distinguish colors.

The main menu on the EyeXam app, as it appears in an iPhone.

It also offers an Amsler grid, which helps you find possible blind spots in your visual field, a test to help you find your dominant eye and an astigmatism test. An included eye exercise is designed to help you improve your ability to converge your eyes. And an eye alignment test checks whether your eyes tend to posture outward, inward or normally.
Of course, EyeXam is mostly an educational tool that cannot replace a comprehensive eye exam. But the tests can alert you to a vision problem you might not have noticed before that should be brought up with your eye doctor. If you don't have an eye doctor, you can find one through the application.
During the first month it was available on the Apple iTunes store, EyeXam was downloaded more than 100,000 times and was the second-most downloaded free iPhone application in the medical category

How to insert eye drops?

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Rushabh Eye Hospital

How to put Eyedrops ?

Start by tilting your head backward while sitting, standing, or lying down. With your index finger placed on the soft spot just below the lower lid, gently pull down to form a pocket.

Let a drop fall into the pocket.

Slowly let go of the lower lid. Close your eyes but try not to shut them tight or squint. This may push the drops out of your eye.

Gently press on the inside corner of your closed eyes with your index finger and thumb for two to three minutes. This will help keep any drops from getting into your system and keep them in your eye, where they are needed.

Blot around your eyes to remove any excess.

Remember:

Follow our prescription orders properly.

Tell us if you are allergic to any drugs.

Wash your hands before putting in your eye drops.

Be careful not to let the tip of the dropper touch any part of your eye.

Make sure the dropper stays clean.

If you are putting in more than one drop or more than one type of eye drop, wait five minutes before putting the next drop in. This will keep the first drop from being washed out by the second before it has had time to work.

Store eye drops and all medicines out of the reach of children.

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International Patients

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Rushabh Eye Hospital

Facilities for International Patients :

Rushabh Eye Hospital & Laser Center is State of the art Eye Center treating patients with Eye Disorders from through out India, USA, UK , Australia Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, East Africa, and Middle East.. International patients are provided facilities and services that include help with Visa, Airport transfers, Comfortable and select accommodation & interpreter services. A dedicated international desk ensures that all international patients get the very best of Rushabh and India. Our travel affiliates combine the treatment with a memorable holiday which they customize according to your travel preferences.

What can you expect as an International patient at Rushabh ?

Experience with Interntional Patients :

Rushabh has a long tradition of serving international patients. We serve patients from different countries and diverse nationalities from Asia, the Middle East, Mauritius, Seychelles and East Africa. We also provide corporate services for a large number of multinational clients. Our experienced guest relations team is adept in working with patients from different backgrounds and will ensure that the international patient will find a home away from home.

Language :

Interpreter services are available and we spare no effort in communicating with you in your language of comfort.

Travel :

Our International desk will facilitate your travel, visa, board, tours & foreign exchange. Our Official Travel agent is Aquarius Tours & Travels.

Medical Visa :

The Indian Government has started issuing a Medical Visa for tourists who come to India for medical treatment. This visa is valid for a year or the period of treatment, whichever is less, and can be extended by another year. The medical visa enables a tourist to travel to India up to three times in one year. Two family members or attendants can also accompany a patient on a medical visa. Based on the Indian Embassy's assessment of the patients needs, family members or attendants can be granted a visa, in association with the patient's medical visa.

Hotel and Accommodation :

In addition to, well-appointed patient rooms, Rushabh has on it's panel comfortable 3, 4 & 5 star hotels and Service Apartments with excellent rooms and suites to suit your taste and budget.

Call Us or Mail Us for further information :

Tel. No's : +91 22 2528 8623 / 2528 22 32

Fax No's : +91 22 2529 4841

Email : rushabh_eye@yahoo.in

Website : http://www.rushabheyehospital.com/

Blog : http://rushabheye.blogspot.com/

Charitable Eye Care Services

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Charitable Eye Care Services at Rushabh Eye Hospital & Laser Center :

A mission towards good Vision for all

“To see is the right of every human being and no one should remain blind for lack of simple delivery of eye care”.

Rushabh is dedicated to each patient we serve regardless of their financial status and ability to pay. Each year we serve numerous patients with limited financial resources. Rushabh has a long legacy in helping those in the community unable to have access to eye care either due to economic or geographic constraints . We believe in providing these services at a subsidized cost to needy patients, while maintaining the standards of quality and expertise. These needy people are then able to get back to a more productive life benefiting them and society.

Our Charitable Care programme has Three Services:

Community outreach camps - reach out to people who are suffering from poor vision but are not able to have access to quality eye care - The camps take place in an area identified by social workers. These patients are examined and brought to the hospital for any further treatment that they might require.

School Screening Programme – we examine and check up school going children in an environment that they are familiar with, in their own schools. This helps detect eye problems at an earlier stage, ensuring good vision for these young children. Teachers are also educated on how to identify eye problems in children.

In-house Charity Services – Needy patients, poor employees of patients at Rushabh and other non-affording patients benefit from this programme, as we help them access to the most advanced eye care, but at highly subsidized rates. If you wish to have access to these services for anyone deserving the same, we will be happy to assist you.

Rushabh also regularly organizes Eye Care Events for Senior Citizens, Educational Seminars and Community Eye Awareness programmes, to facilitate Eye Care Awareness in Society.

We have our charitable eye hospital in Dhule-Maharashtra
To know more on this please visit the website……http://www.shardanetralay.org/

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Corneal Transplant

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Corneal Transplant :

Diseased corneas can now be replaced successfully by transplanting a human donor cornea to the diseased eye. Replacing the unhealthy cornea with a healthy cornea is the only way of restoring vision. CORNEAL TRANSPLANTATION is one of the most successful organ transplant surgeries.

Corneas for transplant come from individuals who have donated their eyes for use after death who is free from transmissible diseases like HIV, Hepatitis and Syphilis. The donor cornea is itself screened for any pathology and then stored in a nutritive medium temporarily till use.

The donor cornea is secured on the patient’s eye with fine thin sutures made of nylon; about 8 to 16 sutures are put. These sutures can be removed later on after a period of 3 to 6 months. The corneal transplant procedure can be combined with cataract surgery and lens implantation when it is called “triple procedure”.

The success rate of a corneal transplantation procedure is over 90% in majority of cases. However the patient needs to come for regular follow-up after surgery for early management of complications if they arise. The most common cause of failure of corneal transplant procedure results from graft rejection which can be successfully managed if recognized early.

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Keratoconus

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Keratoconus :

Keratoconus is a bilateral progressive thinning of cornea of unknown cause. This typically starts during adolescence. It is usually an inherited corneal disorder which means that approximately 50% of family members may have it.

Cornea is the clear outer surface of the eye that permits light to enter the eye & focus on the retina. The cornea consists of finely arranged layers (lamellae) of connective tissue called collagen that make up to 90% of its substance.

The chemical bonds (cross links) in between these layers get weaker in keratoconus leading to progressive thinning and stretching of the cornea. Normal pressure within the eye causes the cornea to bulge forward into an irregular cone shape.

In early stages of keratoconus, Rigid gas permeable contact lenses can be tried. But in progressive cases, corneal collagen cross-linking is the treatment of choice.

Corneal Collagen Crosslinking with Riboflavin (C3-R) :

A new non surgical, non invasive treatment, based on collagen cross linking with Ultraviolet A (UVA, 365nm) and riboflavin (Vitamin B 2), a photosensitizing agent is now available. This changes the intrinsic biomechanical properties of the cornea, increasing its mechanical strength. This increase in corneal strength has shown to arrest the progression of keratoconus.

The treatment is performed in operation theatre under complete sterile conditions. Usually one eye is treated in one sitting. The treatment is performed using anesthetic eye drops. The surface of the eye (cornea) is treated with application of Riboflavin eye drops for 30 minutes.

The eye is then exposed to UVA light for 30 minutes. Hence, the treatment takes about an hour per eye. After the treatment, antibiotic eye drops are applied; a bandage contact lens may be applied, which will be removed during the follow up visit.

However one need to understand that Collagen cross-linking treatment is not a cure for keratoconus, rather, it aims to slow the progression of the condition. However following the cross-linking treatment it makes the patient more comfortable to wear contact lens.

The main aim of this treatment is to arrest progression of keratoconus, and thereby prevent further deterioration in vision and the need for corneal transplantation.

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Cornea Clinic

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Cornea Clinic at Rushabh Eye Hospital and Laser Center:

Cornea is the transparent, dome-shaped tissue covering the front of the eye. It is like the watch glass of a wrist watch. Cornea is a powerful refracting surface and provides about 2/3rd of the eye's focusing power. Diseases of the cornea, due to injury or infection lead to loss of its transparency, thus reducing the vision.

Corneal Transplant or Keratoplasty:

Diseased corneas can now be replaced successfully by transplanting a human donor cornea to the diseased eye. Replacing the unhealthy cornea with a healthy corneais the only way of restoring vision. CORNEAL TRANSPLANTATION is one of the most successful organ transplant surgeries.Corneas for transplant come from individuals who have donated their eyes for use after death.

Cornea clinic is an integral part of Rushabh Eye Hospital & Laser Center . About 2.5 million people in India suffer from Corneal Blindness. Hence early diagnosis, prompt management and treatment of this problem is absolutely mandatory. Rushabh Eye Hospital & Laser Center has the most advanced diagnostic treatment facilities to handle all corneal disorders.

Facilities available at Cornea Clinic include:

Phototherapeutic Keratectomy (PTK) with Excimer Laser.
Corneal Transplant or keratoplasty.
Complete Micro Biological workup including staining and culture for Corneal infection.
Detailed Anterior Segment & Corneal Imaging facilities.
Corneal collagen cross-linking riboflavin C3R

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Golden Rules for Glaucoma

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Golden Rules for Glaucoma :

Use your medications regularly: It will be especially easy to forget to use your medication when your pressures are under but to prevent intermittent rise in eye pressure please put drops regularly. Get an extra supply of medication in case you misplace a bottle of eye drops or pills.

Know what your medications are & how best to use them: Know the name & dosage of each medication you are using.

Schedule your regular check ups on time: It is easy to put off or forget your regular check ups when your IOP is under control or, when you are busy with work or personal activities. Please go for regular IOP check ups and perimetry test as advised.

Maintain Good Health: Maintaining good general health is important and also contributes to taking care of your eyes. Pay attention to proper diet and nutrition, exercise, and avoid nicotine and excess caffeine. Reduce your day to day stress.

Medication Tips :

1. Schedule medications around daily routine like on waking up or breakfast & bedtime.
2. Remember that “Four times a day” means four times in 24 hours that is at 7am. At noon, 6pm & at bedtime.

“Twice a day” means every 12 hours that is at 7 am and 7 pm or at 10 am and 10 pm

3. Keep your medications in a special visible place at home (for instance on a kitchen table or on a bathroom shelf) carry them with you when your are away from home. If you are scheduled for medication during office hours, you can keep an extra supply in your office or carry it in your bag, so you don’t risk forgetting to take your medication.

4. Do talk to us and try and understand how your medication works. It will make it easier for you to remember you're routine.

5. If the medications you are on, is/are inconvenient, uncomfortable to use or too expensive, talk to us about it we can try alternative.

Living with Glaucoma :

There are few adjustments; a person with glaucoma has to do, like getting used to frequent eye checking & using medications regularly. BUT diagnosis of glaucoma shouldn't prevent you from enjoying your life.

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Glaucoma Evaluation

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Glaucoma Evaluation :

Early detection, through regular and complete eye exams, is the key to protecting your vision from damage caused by glaucoma.

Regular eye check up helps us to diagnose Glaucoma. Rushabh eye hospital and laser center has one of the most modern and sophisticated Glaucoma Clinic.
The following table gives us, how regularly eye check up should be done.

Between age of 35 to 40 years:    First Check up

Between age of 40 to 60 years:   Once in every two to three years

After age of 60 years              :      Once every year

Anyone with high risk factors, should be tested every year or two after age 35.

Routine Tests for Glaucoma:

Regular glaucoma check-ups include two routine eye tests: Tonometry and Ophthalmoscopy.

1. Tonometry: The tonometry test measures the inner pressure of the eye or intraocular pressure with a special instrument called applanation tonometer.

2. Ophthalmoscopy: Ophthalmoscopy is used to examine the inside of the eye, especially the optic nerve.

If the pressure in the eye is not in the normal range, or if the optic nerve looks unusual, then full glaucoma evaluation is advised.

Full Glaucoma Evaluation consists of tests called perimetry, gonioscopy, pachymetry, optic disc photography and OCT (optical coherence tomography or laser imaging of the nerve of the eye).

1. Perimetry: The perimetry test is also called a visual field test. During this test, you will be asked to look straight ahead and then indicate when a moving light passes your peripheral (or side) vision. This helps draw a “map” of your vision.

2. Gonioscopy: Gonioscopy is a painless eye test that checks if the angle where the iris meets the cornea is open or closed, showing if either open angle or closed angle glaucoma is present.

3. OCT: The OCT instrument utilizes a technique called optical coherence tomography which creates images by use of special beams of light. The OCT machine can create a contour map of the optic nerve, optic cup and measure the retinal nerve fiber thickness. Over time this machine can detect loss of optic nerve fibers.

4. Pachymetry: Simple , quick and painless test to Determine Corneal Thickness .

Why is Corneal Thickness Important ?

Corneal Pressure Detection

Corneal thickness is important because it can mask an accurate reading of eye pressure. Actual IOP may be underestimated in patients with thinner cornea and overestimated in patients with thicker cornea.

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Types of Glaucoma

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Types of Glaucoma:

Adult glaucoma falls into two categories :

Open Angle glaucoma
Closed Angle glaucoma

These are marked by increase of intra ocular pressure ( IOP ), or pressure inside the eye.

Open Angle Glaucoma :

This is the most common form of glaucoma.

Think of the eye as a sink with a tap that is always open. The water flows through if the drainage mechanism is working all right. The trouble arises when the drainage is clogged and the water begins to collect.

Open Angle Glaucoma

In the same way, the inside of the eye contains fluid that is constantly flowing and is drained out of the eye. Glaucoma happens when the eye’s drainage canals become clogged. The pressure inside the eye (also called intraocular pressure or IOP) rises because the correct amount of fluid can’t drain out of the eye. This results in the fluid accumulating in the eye and over a period of time it leads o increased intra ocular pressure . Over a period of time, this high pressure inside the eye (IOP) can damage the optic nerve ( or nerve of the eye ).

Open Angle

Most people have no symptoms and no early warning signs. If open angle glaucoma is not diagnosed and treated, it can cause a gradual loss of vision. This type of glaucoma develops slowly and sometimes without noticeable sight loss for many years. It usually responds well to medication, especially if caught early and treated.

Angle Closure Glaucoma :

This type of glaucoma is also known as acute glaucoma or narrow angle glaucoma. It is very different from open angle glaucoma in that the eye pressure usually rises very quickly.

This happens when the drainage canals get blocked or covered over, like a sink with something covering the drain.

Angle Closure Glaucoma

Angle Closure

With angle closure glaucoma, the iris is not as wide and open as it should be. The outer edge of the iris bunches up over the drainage canals, when the pupil enlarges too much or too quickly. This can happen when entering a dark room.

Treatment of angle closure glaucoma usually involves surgery to remove a small portion of the outer edge of the iris. This helps unblock the drainage canals so that the extra fluid can drain. Usually surgery is successful and long lasting. However, you should still receive regular check-ups.

Symptoms of angle closure glaucoma :

Include headaches
Eye pain
Nausea
Rainbows around lights at night.
Very blurred vision .

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Truth & Facts about Glaucoma

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Truth & Facts about Glaucoma :

Once diagnosed as a glaucoma patient, you require constant and lifelong care. If detected early, it can be controlled immediately and there by prevent further loss of vision. Although glaucoma can be controlled, any damage that has already occurred cannot be reversed.

Glaucoma can be successfully controlled with eye drops, Pills or surgical operations. This prevents further damage and thus preserves vision. Often, people tend to think that once their IOP has been brought down to safe levels they have been cured of glaucoma. Even when medication has successfully controlled glaucoma it is important to constantly monitor the condition by checking IOP levels regularly & use medications regularly. Periodic eye examinations are vital in controlling glaucoma. Glaucoma can worsen without your being aware of it and your treatment may need to be changed over time.

We hope the following information is helpful to you.

Few Facts about Glaucoma :

Glaucoma is a leading cause of blindness. Estimates put the total number of suspected cases of glaucoma at around million.

Eye With Care

Glaucoma can cause blindness if it is left untreated. And unfortunately approximately 10% of people with glaucoma who receive proper treatment still experience loss of vision.

There is no permanent cure (yet) for glaucoma.

Glaucoma is not curable, and vision lost cannot be regained. With medication and/or surgery, it is possible to halt further loss of vision. Since glaucoma is a chronic condition, it must be monitored for life.

Glaucoma can be very destructive to your vision; in fact, it's the leading cause of blindness .Diagnosis is the first step to preserving your vision.

Everyone is at risk for glaucoma from babies to senior citizens. Yes, older people are at a higher risk for glaucoma but babies can be born with glaucoma (approximately 1 out of every 10,000 babies born in the world).Young adults can get glaucoma, too.

Estimates put the total number of suspected cases of glaucoma at around 65 million worldwide.

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Lasik Testimonials

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Lasik Testimonials:

"
       I am very happy with the results and now I am encouraging my friends to get LASIK done.
      Ten minutes of being in the laser room and a lifetime of happiness.   "

                                                                                         Vinita Babra - 31 yrs, Mktg Executive, Australia

"
I was a bit scared initially but the surgery was painless and now I see clearly than I did before with   contacts. It is a relief to not be dependent on glasses and lenses and I experienced Normal vision. "

                                                                                         Deepak Kirpane - 22 yrs, Student, Mumbai

"
It was wonderful and the vision is totally regained. Initially one should have seem me. I was so scared but after the laser now life has changed totally. I think every person who wears glasses and lenses & is looking forward to having normal vision should consider Lasik.
Thanks to all the Doctors & the staff they were really helpful ! "

                                                                                         Savitri Podal - 34 yrs, House wife, Navi Mumbai.

"
I am feeling wonderful today. I could see everything with my bare eyes. On the day of my procedure I got a good V.I.P. treatment over here. Staff and doctors are excellent and very co-operative. I wanted to specially thank Dr. Savita, Dr. Jayant and Dr. Tripti for bearing me. I had so many questions and all were answered patiently.
Thank you for this gift of Normal Eye sight ! "

                                                                                             J. Soyanya - 19 years, Student, Mumbai.

"

After the Lasik surgery I feel much better than before doing it. I see the wall clock clearly when I wake up in the Morning, unlike earlier where I would search for my glasses to be able to do that. I am satisfied and feel very thankful for moral support. The Doctors here made this miracle come true. "

                                                       Nutan Chaudhari - 21 yrs, Software Engineering Student, Bhiwandi, Mumbai.

"
I had Epi-Lasik done on 27 / 12 / 06. I had a high glass power & Rushabh is the only center in Mumbai specializing in the Epi-lasik procedure for high power. Great ! It's like a dream come true. Please keep the good job going.

Thanks and Best wishes ! "
                                                                                           Nithya Satish - 20 yrs, Student, USA.

"
Very good. The doctors are very helpful and helped in all aspects of the Lasik treatment. I recommend Lasik to all those who would like to get rid of glasses. This Hospital takes care of you. "

                                                                                             Rajesh Das - 27 yrs, Software Professional, Panvel.

"
Wonderful experience, New, initially scared, but everyone was and is very helpful.

Thank you ! "
                                                                                                 Mitul Shah - 21 yrs, Mulund, Mumbai.

"
Experience about lasik - It was very good, now I can see very well. All doctors are very helpful and very co-operative. My eye sight is very clear now than before. I really

Thank all of you ! "
                                                                                         Disha Tank - 24 yrs, Recruitment Executive, Mumbai.

"
Overall a nice experience. The team of doctors is very helpful and encouraging.

Thankyou ! "
                                                                                     Zubin Kuvadia - 22 yrs, Engineering Student , USA.

"

Good & Great Experience, Everyone was very good. The staff is also very good and   helpful encouraging and always spreading love and happiness.

Thankyou ! "
                                                                                    Naseem Khan - 20 Yrs, Merchant Navy Cadet, Mumbai.

"
I am from Dubai & have experienced the best in Eye Care Services at Rushabh. I was contem-plating Lasik for about a year now and had enquired about the same in Dubai and a few centers in India. What I did was a little research and found Rushabh’s Lasik technology to be amongst the most advanced and accurate. I am happy to have the Lasik done and am now able to swim and do a whole lot of activities I otherwise couldn’t with glasses. "

                                                                                      Mr. Richard Verghese - 33 yrs, Mktg Professional, Dubai.

"

A life without glasses or lenses was something I always wanted. I wanted an Indian Eye Surgeon and found some of the best and most experienced at Rushabh. They gave me all the confidence I needed. The procedure was absolutely painless; you can talk with the Lasik Surgeon throughout. My husband was watching the procedure from the viewing gallery was thrilled to have me off those thick glasses I always carried around with me. I went from a plain Jane to a new age woman in 15 minutes. "

                                                                                        Ms. Sonia Singh - 29 yrs, Investment Banker, London.

"
My work as a software engineer makes me stare at a computer screen for hours at an end. Wearing contact lenses added to my problems & soon I was experiencing tired & red itchy eyes. I didn’t realize that Contact lenses can cause your eyes to have reduced oxygen especially if you live in a Hot Dry area like Muscat. My Custom Lasik took about 15 minutes & I could see the miracle unfold immediately. The next day when I was checked I could read the chart better than what I saw with my glasses just the previous day. It truly is a Wow Surgery. "

                                                                                        Mr. Ray Pariera - 36 yrs, Computer Engineer, Muscat.

Visx Star for Lasik

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Why Choose Visx Star for Lasik ?

Today’s laser vision correction treatments seem to nearly effortlessly free people from their dependence on glasses and contact lenses. The excimer lasers used to create this modern day miracle are some of the most sophisticated medical devices ever invented.

With over 10 million laser vision correction procedures having been performed worldwide, there is a strong competition amongst Excimer laser manufacturers to establish market position for their devices. Such competition has created unprecedented advancement in Excimer laser technology and numerous device enhancements that have served to improve procedure outcomes. The safety of the laser technology and the clinical outcomes do not depend on the Hz (e.g. 200 Hz, 400 Hz, 500 Hz) that the machine works on, but rather the laser delivery and clinical expertise.

Unlike any other Excimer laser manufacturer, VISX has been involved in the development of laser vision correction technology from the beginning. In many respects, it can be reasonably stated that VISX ‘invented’ laser vision correction. Many of its founders conceived of, enhanced or patented the core concepts of laser vision correction. The success of VISX, when compared to all other competing laser platforms past or present, has been primarily founded upon an unparalleled commitment and investment in Research and Development efforts in the field of laser Vision Correction technology. Today these efforts are represented by their achievement of the capacity for delivering the most sophisticated Custom Wavefront procedures in the world.

The Visx Star is the first choice for refractive surgeons

There are more VISX systems used in the United States than all other competing laser platforms combined. That market dominance continues to increase as AMO-VISX continues to introduce additional advancements and technical innovations.

Visx Star at Rushabh

RUSHABH was the first in India to adopt VISX Star S4 Advanced System based on the benefits it provides over the other systems. Rushabh Eye Hospital & Laser Center is an authorised VISX user certified by AMO-VISX, USA.

Why Visx is best Laser Technology for years ?

The widest FDA approval of any laser system worldwide providing superior surgical option for more patients than any other laser platform. The highest level of resolution of wavefront refractive error due to the use of Fourier algorithms. Active 3-D eye tracking compensates for intraoperative eye movement in all dimensions. No other platform has 3-D eye tracking capabilities.

Iris Registration (IR) – the only laser platform that centers and aligns the treatment while compensating for eye cyclorotation and physiologic pupil migration. VISX has the first and only fully FDA-approved, fully automated, non- contact method of alignment of the correct customized treatment to the corneal site.

The only system that compensates for pupil migration during physiologic pupil dilation resulting in more accurate laser pulse placement.

Variable Spot Scanning (VSS): The only platform that delivers variable beam sizes from as small as 0.65 mm up to 6.5 mm scanned over the treatment area thereby conserving tissue, optimizing treatment times, reducing corneal drying intra-operatively and reducing adverse thermal load to the delicate corneal tissue.

Variable Repetition Rate (VRR): VRR delivers treatment at varying repetition rates, optimizing treatment time and reducing the adverse effects of thermal loading of the delicate corneal tissue.

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Custom Lasik

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What is Wavefront or Custom Lasik ?

Wavefront Lasik surgery aims to achieve better vision than standard laser treatment or glasses and contact lenses. This gives the patient the benefit of having Super Vision, or vision beyond boundaries. It is customized to suit the individual's eye.

Custom LASIK or Custom Wavefront LASIK, treatment replaces 'the one treatment fits all' with a procedure that is tailored to the individual eye. While standard laser eye treatment (without Wavefront guidance) gives very high quality results for the majority of patients, many peoples 'eyes are not standard'. Their eyes might require a specially tailored treatment.

Nature has designed the eye like an Optical System, similar to something like a telescope. When you see some object, light rays from that object pass through different layers of the eye and then create an image of that object. When light passes through different layers the rays are subject to being distorted by the imperfections found in the cornea and the lens.

The distortions that are created are referred to as "aberrations." The vast majority- 80% or more--of these aberrations create common refractive errors, such as nearsightedness, farsightedness and astigmatism, which can be treated glasses and contact lenses, or by Standard Laser Correction. The remaining 20% of optical aberrations are known as "higher order aberrations”. These are not corrected by Conventional or Standard Lasik treatment. Higher-order aberrations, cause the visual glare and halos that cause night vision problems, and affect quality of vision. It is seen in everyday life as glare experienced during night driving, surrounding car headlights, streetlights etc.

To achieve a customized corneal shaping, the higher order aberrations are measured using a Wavefront analysis system called an Aberrometer .The Aberrometer System lets the surgeon see refractive aberrations in clear and accurate, rotating 3-D images. These cannot be seen by regular or standard testing .This information is then transferred to the laser system, thus achieving Customized Treatment designed to suit your eye.

Custom Lasik & Night Vision

Wavefront or Custom Lasik gives a big advantage to those with large pupils and poor night time vision. The optical performance of the eye is measured at each and every place on the cornea, including the part which is used when the pupil is large. Laser treatment is then programmed to each tiny part of the corneal surface so that every area of the cornea gets the best correction. Contrast sensitivity in low lighting levels is increased and the risk of developing night time halos and glare is greatly decreased.

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Doctors Panel

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Dr. Jayant Shah, M.S.

On completing his MS Ophthalmology in 1990, from Grant Medical College, Mumbai, Dr. Jayant Shah has been in practice as one of the Directors of Rushabh Eye Hospital & Laser Centre. Dr Jayant Shah was one of the pioneers of Cataract Surgery by Phacoemulsification in Mumbai and has been on the panel for National Conferences for sharing his expertise. He is attached to Pramukh Swami Eye Hospital since 1992. Dr. Jayant Shah is an AMO (Advanced Medical Optics, USA) & VISX certified LASIK surgeon . He is amongst the few Eye Specialists certified for the use of BOTOX in Eye Conditions.

He is dedicatedly involved with Sharda Netralay, a full fledged Charitable Eye Institute in Dhule, Rural Maharashtra. Dr. Jayant Shah has performed over 60,000 Ophthalmic Surgeries. He has also been actively involved in being an Instructor & Teacher to other upcoming Ophthalmologists.

Dr. Savita Shah, M.S.

A joint director and an accomplished Phaco and Lasik surgeon, Dr. Savita Shah is an expert in Surgical Management of Squint and has performed more than 1000 squint surgeries.

She has completed her M.S. Ophthalmology from Grant Medical College – Mumbai. She was one of the pioneers in starting Phaco Surgeries in Mumbai. She undertook her Phaco fellowship at St Luke’s International Eye Hospital, Japan way back in 1995 and since then has performed thousands of Eye surgeries using this technique. She is attached to Hindu Sabha a charitable Hospital in Bombay. She is also actively involved in Sharda Netralay, a charitable organization fighting blindness in the rural areas.

Dr. Rekha Jhamnani, MBBS, DOMS

Dr. Rekha Jhamnani is a Glaucoma Consultant at Rushabh Eye hospital and Laser Centre. She specializes in diagnoses and management of various forms of Glaucoma. She has completed her Glaucoma fellowship from the world renowned Aravind Eye Institute – Madurai. Her Speciality also includes General Ophthalmology. She takes keen interest in Clinical research.

Dr. Sameer Sawant, MS, DNB, FVRS

Dr Sawant is a Vitreo Retinal Surgeon specializing in the management of Retinal eye conditions. Passed the course of MS Ophthalmology from Rajiv Gandhi University Of Health Sciences, Bangalore in November 2004. Cleared the exam of Diplomate Of National Board, New Delhi in 2005. Completed the Course in Ophthalmic Diagnostics

under Zeiss Academy for Advanced Ophthalmic Education, at L.V. Prasad Eye Institute, Hyderabad , India in 2004. Completed Vitreo-Retinal Fellowship at Shri Ganapati Netralaya, Jalna, Maharashtra – A multispecialty eye Institute run by the Mahyco Research Foundation Trust. Rendered voluntary services and performed surgeries aboard The Lifeline Express, promoted by UNDP, UNICEF and WHO in association with of government of India in May-June 2005. Participated in the disability reduction project under Impact India Foundation .

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Pre and Post Operative Instructions

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Pre-Operative Instructions:

Put eye drops as advised.

Instruction on the day of Operation:

Please take headbath & clean the area around the eye thoroughly.

Take regular breakfast on the day of the operation.
Please put the eye drops as advised by the Doctor.

Post operative Instruction:

No diet restriction, except for Diabetes & Hypertensives.
Avoid all possible injuries to the operated eye, playing with children to be avoided.
Do not rub the operated eye with hand or any other unsterilised cloth for 1 month.
Head bath, shower & shave is permitted after 3 days, Bath below neck is permitted.
Wipe off discharge around operated eye with cotton & bolied water once in the morning.
Minimal watering and redness of eye is usually there upto 3 weeks.
All activities at home are allowed, Evening walk or travelling in non crowded areas is allowed.
In case the vision decreases or if there is pain, then report to the doctor immediately.
Spectacles correction will be given after 2 weeks.Watching T.V. reading with old glasses or dark glasses is permitted.
20% of patients, may develop thickening of capsule which can be removed by LASER.
Wash hands with soap & water before putting the eye drops.
Use eye drops as advised. Keep a gap of 2 minutes between two different eyedrops.
Put one drop at a time & after putting the drop, keep the eye closed for a minute.
To protect eyes at night, use shied for 5 nights, do not keep cotton or gauze beneath the shield.

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