The loss of eyesight is one of the biggest fears people have. The eye doctors of Eye Associates of Colorado Springs
want their patients to practice good eye care to prevent the loss of eyesight. That is why they provide you with this
list of eye care tips that are simple tasks to perform regularly in your home. These tips do not take the place of
a yearly eye exam, but will help keep your eyes healthy. Our eye doctors care very much about their patients.
If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment.
Choose one of our locations and contact one of our qualified eye doctors.
Monitor vision using an Amsler Grid
An Amsler Grid is a tool that can help you monitor changes in the center or macular field of vision.
Watch a video explaining how to use an amsler grid.
If you would like to print a version of the amsler grid please choose between
(Printable HTML) /
(Printable PDF)
Age-Related Eye Disease Study or (AREDS)
Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) has found that taking high levels of antioxidants and zinc can reduce the risk of developing advanced
age-related macular degeneration (AMD) by about 25 percent.
Read more about Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS) and vitamins for Macular Degeneration.
Comprehensive Eye Examination
A comprehensive eye examination includes the evaluation of the eye
for any vision or ocular health issues.
Read more about a comprehensive eye exam.
Contact Lens Fitting and Evaluation
Contact lenses are medical devices that can cause damage to your eyes if they are not fitted and taken care of properly. The ophthalmologists
of the Eye Associates of Colorado Springs, CO. It is important to thoroughly understand how to apply your contact lenses.
Read more about contact lens fitting.