Ocular Manifestations

Key Points:

• The eye is composed mostly of collagen and is affected by both aging and connective tissue disorders.
• Anti-inflammatory vitamins, minerals, and oils are an important aspect in the management of eye disorders.
• Adequate sleep between 7-9 hours is important to keep the eye healthy.
• High intensity exercise of short duration is effective at reducing intraocular pressure.
• Meditation can lower pressures in the cranium and eye.
• Manual therapies like Osteopathic Manipulation and Fascial Manipulation can be used as adjunctives to treating ocular disorders