Certain sports and activities increase the risk of eye injuries. Always be careful when participating in activities that involve sharp items and flying objects. One way to ensure your eyes are safe while you’re playing sports is wearing the proper safety eyewear. Keep in mind that conventional glasses won’t give your eyes the protection they need.
A local eye exam doctor shares facts about sports eye safety.
People participating in boxing and full-contact martial arts are at significant risk of severe eye injuries that can lead to blindness. While there’s no standard eye protection for boxing, using thumbless gloves can help reduce eye injuries related to the sport.
Most sports-related eye injuries in the U.S. occur while playing basketball. It is followed by softball, baseball, airsoft rifles, pellet guns, racquetball and hockey. When playing these sports, you must wear protective glasses with shatterproof, polycarbonate lenses. It pays to invest in protective eyewear that meets the American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards. At Lumen Optometric, we’re here to help choose which glasses or contact lenses are most suitable for your activity.
If one of your eyes already has reduced vision, think hard before participating in a sport with a high risk of eye injury. Are you willing to risk your other eye? Consult your eye doctor to find out what kind of eye protection you need. They might also advise or discourage you from playing high-risk sports, depending on the condition of your eyes.
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