eye protection
THE RIGHT ACTIVEWEAR
As you head out the door this summer, whether it is to go mountain biking or to the lake to go fishing, having the right type of eye protection or activewear is essential. Eye protection can vary greatly in design and function depending on what type of activities you are to take part in. One of the most important factors to take into consideration when choosing eye protection is if it needs to be designed to protect against impact, the sun, or possibly both.
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EYE INJURIES AND SPORTS
With spring sports right around the corner, as you suit up think about eye protection. Planning ahead and having the proper eye gear when the season starts will help to keep you and your kids safe as they play a variety of sports this spring.
A Sports Safety Report by The Vision Council Academy of Ophthalmology, recommends protective eyewear for any sport, even for children who don’t wear glasses or contacts. Some states and sport organizations have requirements for shin guards but not for sports protective eyewear
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SPRINGING BACK INTO SPORTS!
Woman and man mountain runners taking a selfie.
Spring is a time to get out and enjoy the outdoors. Many times this means getting involved in spring sports. As you grab your lacrosse gear, you baseball bat or other sports gear, remember that it is also important to grab your eye protection!
With about 90% of sport related eye injuries being preventable, it is time to take action. Making sure that you have the proper eye protection is key to keeping your eyes safe from foreign objects entering the… Continue reading