Your Guide to Common Eye Injuries from Warm Springs Optometric Group

Most of us realize how important it is to take care of our eyes, but accidents are also a part of life. It would be best if you had a good understanding of what actions to take should an eye injury occur. Our eye doctors from Warm Springs Optometric Group in Fremont, CA, have specialized training to help if you have sustained an injury to your eyes. It is a good idea to familiarize yourself with some common eye injuries.
 

Some of The Most Common Eye Injuries

Many injuries are preventable with the proper precautions, but they can still occur when you least expect it. Here are some of the eye injuries we treat the most at Warm Springs Optometric Group.
 

• Black Eyes- most often the result of direct trauma to the eye that creates swelling or bruising
• Corneal Abrasion- occurs when an object scratches the cornea's surface and can create light sensitivity or watery eyes
• Foreign Objects- happens when foreign objects enter the eye, and larger objects can impale the eye
• Orbital Blowout- injury to the small bones that surround the eye
• Keratitis- when the cornea becomes inflamed from UV exposure or bacterial infection

If you have suffered an injury like the one listed above, it is essential to get help immediately from optometry professional. Also, never attempt to remove an object from your eye on your own and avoid rubbing your eyes if possible.
 

Contact the Eye Doctors from Warm Springs Optometric Group in Fremont, CA

Although these are some of the more common eye injuries we treat, this is not a comprehensive list. Our optometry team can diagnose and treat a wide array of eye injuries if you had an accident. More importantly, we will ensure you get back to normal living as soon as possible. If you have an eye injury that needs immediate attention, please feel free to give us a call today. In the meantime, do your part by wearing protective eyewear for high-risk activities.