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You already know cataract surgery will improve your vision. The differences might be subtle, but your night vision could improve, colors may seem brighter or truer, and you may find reading in low-light environments is easier. Beyond better vision, there are other benefits to cataract surgery that will change your life for the better.

3 Benefits of Cataract Surgery

1. Increased Personal Safety

Even mildly impaired vision puts older adults at increased risk for car accidents and falls, which can have serious consequences. A study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association found people over 65 who had cataract surgery decreased their fall risk by having the issue removed.

2. Possible Longer Lifespan

When you increase your personal safety through better vision, you also increase your potential lifespan. For older adults, even minor falls can be deadly, especially for those who live alone. Cataract surgery improved the long-term survival rate of 40% of people aged 49 or older in a study published in the journal Ophthamology.

3. Better Quality of Life

cataract surgeryImagine a life where your favorite activities are easier to do—especially those that require good vision. Reading, needlepoint, art, and many more hobbies can fall by the wayside when you are struggling to see clearly. Driving becomes a challenge or even dangerous. This loss of independence and fun can lead to depression, and some older adults find themselves increasingly withdrawn from their social circles.

Cataract surgery can help you or your loved one have a richer, safer, and possibly longer life. Talk to your eye doctor about your options. New technology has made the procedure safer, easier, and more obtainable than ever. Don’t let another day go by without taking steps to improve your vision.

 

Tri-State Eye, serving Orange County, NY, and Milford, PA, provides routine eye exams as well as state-of-the-art treatments and surgical solutions for an array of eye diseases and vision loss issues. Their compassionate, award-winning doctors make your health and comfort their priority, and offer top-notch patient satisfaction. Call (845) 703-2020 or (570)296-9696 to make your appointment today to see if you are a good candidate for cataract surgery.

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