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When it comes to eye health, most people assume that having 20/20 vision means your eyes are perfectly fine. But what if we told you that clear eyesight is just one part of healthy vision? That’s the core idea behind Behavioural Optometry, a more comprehensive, people-first approach to vision care that looks beyond how well…

If you’ve been told you’re short-sighted, or diagnosed with myopia, you’re not alone. Myopia is one of the most common vision conditions globally, and it’s on the rise, especially among children and young adults. But as more people seek alternatives to lifelong prescription increases or invasive surgery, a new question arises: Can you improve short-sightedness…

Blurry vision, headaches, or trouble seeing clearly at night? If this sounds familiar, you may be one of the many Australians living with astigmatism. It’s more common than you think, and fortunately, there are ways to manage and even improve it naturally. At Microprism Vision in Melbourne, we take a holistic approach to eye care…

When it comes to vision correction, most people are familiar with the standard options: glasses, contact lenses, and surgery. But what if there was a non-invasive, natural way to improve not just how clearly you see, but how your entire visual system functions? Enter >Microprism™, an innovative optical solution that’s helping people across Australia and…

In today’s fast-paced world, more people are seeking healthcare approaches that treat the person as a whole, not just the symptoms. When it comes to eye care, holistic optometry offers a refreshing shift in focus: one that connects vision with overall well-being. But what exactly is holistic optometry, and why are more Australians turning to…

Approximately a quarter of people in Australia suffer from an anxiety disorder. In an increasingly complex, fast-paced and digital world, maintaining mental health can be challenging. But what many people don’t understand is that mental health can affect physical health. One of the most common – and concerning – effects of poor mental health is…

What do you imagine when you hear the phrase ‘holistic optometry’? As the name suggests, holistic optometry posits an intimate connection between visual, mental and bodily health. The eyes are the key to the soul – meaning visual disturbances are linked to unwanted changes in mental health or the body. According to Dr Michael Christian,…

If you’re exploring holistic optometry, a concept that you’ve likely encountered over and over is (micro)prism lenses. Microprism lenses are a proactive rather than reactive solution to visual disturbances. To be specific, micro prism lenses are designed to manipulate light entry into the eyes. By refracting light precisely, these lenses encourage optimal eye muscle engagement,…

So many wonderful things happen while we are sleeping. In fact, sleep plays a crucial role in our development, both physically and mentally. As well as helping us to feel fit and ready for the day ahead, sleep repairs our body, balances hormone levels and supports our cognitive functions. But what effect does sleep have…

Our modern world hits us with many challenges. Whilst we live longer than our ancestors did because of the availability of more food, better living conditions and a greater understanding of diseases and medicines, it could be argued that we do not always live happier, or even healthier lives than they did. We certainly seem…