Does laser Vision Correction weaken the eye?
Unlike RK, which did permanently weaken the cornea and made it more susceptible to serious injuries, neither LASIK nor PRK do this, with extremely rare exceptions. Therefore LVC can be performed on all professions with rare exceptions. Many professional Baseball players, Hockey players, Football players and Golfers have had LASIK Laser Vision Correction. People who are very prone to direct eye injuries should take special precautions after eye surgery. You should discuss this with your Ophthalmologist. TOP Can every one have Laser Vision Correction? There are certain medical conditions and other eye conditions that interfere with the safe healing of the cornea after LVC. Your Ophthalmologist will evaluate you fully and will make sure that you are a good candidate. LVC should also be avoided in people under 18 years of age, in pregnant or nursing mothers, and in anyone who demonstrates a frequently changing eyeglass or contact lens prescription. TOP Is LASIK Laser Vision Correction expe
