Published: 27 August 2021 | Updated: 30 September 2026 | Author: Smart Vision Optometry. TL;DR Summary: People with myopia can participate in sport using correction and protection suited to the activity. Contact lenses do not protect against impact and should be removed before swimming. Ortho-K suitability varies, and neither it nor visual training guarantees perfect vision or sporting results.
Published: 16 August 2021 | Updated: 30 September 2026 | Author: Smart Vision Optometry. TL;DR Summary: Dry eye can cause burning, grittiness, fluctuating blur or watering. Symptoms overlap with other conditions, so treatment should be based on the likely cause and examination findings.
Published: 15 January 2021 | Updated: 28 September 2026 | Author: Smart Vision Optometry. TL;DR Summary: Sudden blurred vision needs urgent assessment. Sudden vision loss is an emergency; call 000 if vision changes occur with possible stroke signs. Do not wait for a routine booking or assume that improvement means the cause is harmless.
