Most cataract surgeries heal without complications. But the first few weeks afterward matter more than most patients realize — and some of the most common recovery mistakes happen without patients even knowing.
In this episode of Eye Surgery Today, surgeons walk through the post-operative restrictions they care about most: why rubbing your eye is the most dangerous habit after cataract surgery, how to think about exercise during recovery, when it’s safe to swim or play golf, and what they tell patients about eye makeup and shared eye drop bottles.
What you’ll learn in this video:
• Why eye rubbing is the most significant risk during cataract recovery
• Why eye makeup and false eyelashes should be avoided during healing
• Why sharing eye drop bottles between eyes is not recommended
• When it’s typically safe to swim, golf, and return to yoga or Pilates
• How to protect the eye from UV exposure during recovery
• The most important recovery rule and why it matters
This video is for educational purposes only and is not medical advice.
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The educational content and views presented are solely those of the participating physicians, whom are not being compensated for their time. This program receives support from Bausch + Lomb, Johnson & Johnson, Alcon and RxSight.
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