One of the most common causes of eye strain, reduced focusing abilities, general eye stress, burning sensation in the eyes, “heavy” eyes is actually a very simple one – tense eyes muscles.
Six muscles surround each of our eyes and make its movements possible. Every time we move our eyes up and down, to the left or to the right, a combination of these muscles work. When we focus out eyes on something, regardless of its location, up close or distant, these muscles, along with the ciliary body, change the shape of the lens of the eye so that whatever you we are looking at comes into focus.
Long periods of constant staring and eye concentration wear out the eye muscles and make them tense and less flexible. The results are eye fatigue, reduced focusing capabilities and impaired overall visual acuity.
According to a research performed by Peter Greene at Harvard University, holding our eyes in the same position hour after hour, day after day may lead to permanent change in the shape of the eye. And this leads to an array of various eye disorders, such as astigmatism.
The following Eyes Stretch Astigmatism Vision Exercise is specifically beneficial for people suffering from astigmatism. Moreover, it is perfect for those, involved in close-up eye work or other activities that require long hours of eye concentration.
Here is what you need to do to perform the Eyes Stretch Astigmatism Vision Exercise:
1. Sit comfortably on a chair and relax your body.
2. Start by performing Palming for about a minute.
3. Imagine your face is a clock – 12 o’clock is at your forehead, 6 o’clock – at your chin and 3 and 9 o’clock – on your left and right cheeks.
4. Start rotating your eyes clockwise: Move them up and “look” at number 12, then slowly move them to 1,2,3 o’clock until you reach number 6. Keep on rotating your eyes until you reach upward position.
5. Repeat the above 10 times and make a short break.
6. Do the same 10 times but in counterclockwise direction.
7. Finish the Eyes Stretch exercise with Palming for another minute.
People who have astigmatism can do the exercise while keeping their head bended to the direction into which eye movements are harder. For example, if you find it difficult to move your eyes to the left bend your head slightly to the left and perform the above exercise.
The whole exercise should take you less than 5 minutes. However, remember to take your time and do it slowly. Breathe regularly throughout the exercise – don’t hold your breath just because you are so focused on moving your eyes. Do not worry if you are unable to complete the whole exercise in its 20 repetitions the first time you try. Your eye muscles need some time to adapt so eventually you will come around.
Doing the Eyes Stretch Astigmatism Vision Exercise will keep your eye muscles relaxed and in perfect shape. It will reduce the pressure in your eyes and help you improve your eyesight naturally.
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