Three advantages of running without depending on contact lenses
Three advantages of running without depending on contact lenses
Using contact lenses when running outdoors is a very common resource and it is true that they help, but they can be a certain limitation to being able to run in total comfort.
Three advantages of running without depending on contact lenses
Using contact lenses when running outdoors is a very common resource and it is true that they help, but they can be a certain limitation to being able to run in total comfort.
In this regard, we have asked the experts at the Baviera Clinic what the advantages are of running without having to rely on contact lenses.
1/ Better cleaning and less discomfort : Contact lenses are made of a delicate material that gets dirty very easily, so any external element (dust, sweat, etc.) can stain them and cause discomfort, making playing sports uncomfortable.
2/ Comfort and concentration : While exercising, contact lenses may bend or move around the eye. This situation, in addition to being uncomfortable, can also distract the athlete, preventing them from practicing physical activity optimally.
What if I can’t see well enough to run without contact lenses? Some people can’t go running without their glasses or contact lenses, it can be dangerous if you don’t see well and need them. For runners who want to enjoy sport freely, there are options such as refractive surgery,  a very good solution that allows them to see from all distances without having to depend on contact lenses. In fact, many people who have had surgery for myopia and other refractive problems have decided to take this step precisely to improve their sporting performance and gain confidence and security.
What is refractive surgery?
Refractive surgery is a set of surgical techniques used to correct refractive defects of the eye (myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism and presbyopia). They range from laser techniques, which are the most common, to the implantation of intraocular lenses, and one or another technique will be applied depending on the needs of each patient.
In general, a person can undergo refractive surgery from the age of 18, as long as they meet the necessary requirements: their prescription has remained stable for at least one year and they enjoy good visual health, regardless of their refractive problem.
However, each patient must be individually analysed in a thorough pre-operative consultation where the ophthalmologist will check whether he or she is a candidate for the operation and which technique is most appropriate for him or her.
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What benefits do these types of interventions have?
Refractive surgery offers many advantages, as it is usually simple, quick, safe and personalized. In addition, it is performed on an outpatient basis, with topical anesthesia (drops), with little discomfort for the patient, with a quick recovery and very satisfactory results. This means that the patient does not depend on their glasses and contact lenses, which greatly improves their quality of life, especially when practicing their favorite sport.
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