Surgical Options
Vitrectomy
tiny incisions are made and “microsurgical” instruments remove scar tissue, and clear blood and debris from the eye. This is rarely done alone, and is often a part of the surgical procedure commonly used to repair a detached retina.Conventional LASIK (Laser-Assisted In Situ Keratomileusis)
correcting vision impairment by having laser eye surgery has been known to minimize the appearance of eye floaters. The conventional, or basic, surgery involves a procedure in which a flap of corneal tissue is created with a mechanical knife called the microkeratome. The laser energy is then applied to the cornea underneath the flap. The flap is then replaced to cover the area that has been reshaped by the laser. LASIK is FDA approved to treat farsightedness (hyperopia), nearsightedness (myopia), and astigmatism.Keep in mind that there are many types of laser eye surgery, and only a doctor can determine if you are a good candidate for surgery.
Non-Surgical Options
Hypnosis
this has been used to treat floaters, but it is recommended that you find a licensed hypno-therapist that has experience in this area.Micro Current Stimulator
this machine is used to stimulate specific acupuncture points (BL1, KI6, LV3, LV14, LI4 and Tai Yang). You can purchase the stimulator online and the device comes with instructions.Ancient Chinese Solutions
such as acupuncture and accu-pressure have been found to have some benefits for the treatment of eye floaters.Antioxidant Eye Supplements
have been commonly used for decades in order to reverse eye floaters, they can be purchased online, or at health food stores.Herbal Treatments And Dietary Supplements
MSM Drops (methylsulfonylmethane)
helps to remove eye floaters by easing the passage of nutrients though optical tissue. MSM is a sulfur compound that the adrenal glands naturally produce and that can be found in most fruits, vegetables and grains.Serrapeptase Enzyme
this enzyme is uses to clear out the eye by digesting debris, blood clots and dead tissue.Taurine
this is an antioxidant that stimulates the body to rid itself of waste ‘by-products” that accumulate in the eye.Magnesium, Vitamin A, DHA, and Selenium
these are all linked to improving vision and supporting eye health.Lutein and Zeaxanthin
these are “free-radical” scavengers, and also help to filter light to the eye. .Gingko, Lysine and Bilberry
promotes blood flow to the vessels in the eye.Other supplements
Bupleurem, White Peony, Tree Peony, Dong Guai, Poria, Atractylodes, Ginger, Gardenia, Licorice, Coleus, Milk Thistle, Dandelion, Eyebright and Hoelen are all associated with promoting eye health and healing vision conditions including eye floaters.Nutrition and Lifestyle
- Eat brown rice instead of white rice
- Limit sodium intake
- Eat plenty of fresh vegetables
- Avoid deep fried food
- Avoid dairy products
- Avoid red meat and poultry
- Avoid eating tomatoes, eggplants, peppers and potatoes because of their toxin forming properties
- Eat fish
- Eat nuts, seeds and whole grains
- Drink 8 glasses of water a day to help flush the kidneys
