Workplace Eye Wellness Advice from our Optometrists in Killeen and Salado

First Eye Care wants to highlight the importance of eye safety for adults when they are on the job. According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, approximately 25,000 workers a year in the US visit the emergency room to treat an eye injury sustained on the job. Even office jobs can result in eye conditions due to straining your eyes at a computer. To help you protect your eyes and vision, First Eye Care of Killeen and Salado, offers you valuable advice along with preventative eye health care.

What are Typical Eye Injuries in the Workplace?

The biggest threat to eye safety in the workplace is foreign objects getting lodged in the eye. Flying objects, such as glass shards or metal slivers, are common offenders. Workers can also suffer from tools or implements that hit the eye. Other airborne concerns include radiation, chemicals, or particles that are unseen but equally damaging to your eyes and vision. 

Can I Harm My Eyes Even if I Work in an Office?

Yes, some of the most common vision problems we see result from office work. These include dry eye condition due to looking at computer screens for hours on end. Fortunately, we can help treat dry eye using a variety of methods here at in Salado, Texas.

How Can I Protect My Eyes From Workplace Hazards?

Start by visiting our eye doctors here at First Eye Care. We can also provide you with professional advice for safety and protection against workplace vision and eye hazards. Scheduling regular eye exams allows us to determine your current level of vision, diagnose any conditions, and recommend prevention methods if your work involves potential for eye injuries. 

Contact our Killeen Salado Optometrists for More Information on Workplace Eye Safety

If you are ready to see your eye doctor in Killeen, Texas for an annual eye exam, let us assist you. Contact First Eye Care at Killeen at 254-690-4733 or our Salado office at 254-781-0041. Dr. Thomas A. Lucas, Jr. is ready to provide you with a comprehensive eye exam. We also offer children's eye exams and eye nutrition, as well as pre- and post-operative care for LASIK eye surgery.