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Can i do cardio training (brisk walking, treadmill, cycling) in case of lattice degeneration + high myopia? does lutein, zeaxanthin, bilberry help?
6 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Yes and no: You may consider exercises that do not jar your eyes such as using an eliptical. Lutein and zeaxanthin can be helpful in macular degeneration but there is no data regarding lattice degeneration. Bilberry may be helpful in preserving night vision but again there is no data regarding lattice degeneration.
Answered 9/19/2013
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Yes and no: Most exercises are safe. Avoid excercizes with risk if head impact. The key thing is to stop an excercize if you start to experience flashes and/or floaters. This is a symptom of vitreous traction on the retina and a possible retinal tear. Vitamins and supplements can help with the "health" of the retina but does not prevent vitreous traction and retinal tears and detachments.
Answered 12/9/2013
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Go for it: Unless specifically restricted by your ophthalmologist or retina specialist lattice degeneration should not limit vigorous exercise. The vitamins and supplements you mentioned do not affect lattice one way or another.
Answered 9/20/2013
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