Normal-Tension Glaucoma (NTG) Treatment
Normal-tension glaucoma is a form of glaucoma in which the optic nerve is progressively damaged and visual field is lost even though intraocular pressure stays within the normal range. Factors such as poor optic-nerve blood flow are thought to contribute; it causes gradual, painless loss of peripheral vision that can advance to tunnel vision if untreated.
Understanding Normal-Tension Glaucoma
Normal-tension glaucoma is a form of glaucoma in which the optic nerve is progressively damaged and visual field is lost even though intraocular pressure stays within the normal range. Factors such as poor optic-nerve blood flow are thought to contribute; it causes gradual, painless loss of peripheral vision that can advance to tunnel vision if untreated.
While Normal-Tension Glaucoma has its own clinical features, the rate at which vision changes is also shaped by shared biological factors — circulation, inflammation, oxidative stress and the resilience of nerve and retinal tissue. This is where an integrative approach can complement conventional care.
How Netra Restoration Therapy may help with Normal-Tension Glaucoma
For glaucoma, NRT focuses on:
- improving ocular blood flow beyond eye-pressure control
- supporting optic-nerve resilience and neuroprotection
- reducing oxidative stress and excitotoxic injury
NRT is a non-invasive, integrative therapy that draws on Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda, acupuncture and ocular-focused herbal medicine. It is designed to work alongside the care of your ophthalmologist, not to replace it. Read more about the science behind NRT.
Why lowering IOP may not be enough
Glaucoma is increasingly understood as a neurodegenerative disease, not only a pressure problem. A meaningful share of patients continue to lose vision despite maintaining "normal" intraocular pressure — which is why NRT also targets ocular blood flow and optic-nerve resilience beyond eye pressure alone.
Explore related care for normal-tension glaucoma and primary open-angle glaucoma.
Benefits of Netra Restoration Therapy
NRT works by improving ocular blood-flow regulation, enhancing neurotrophic support to retinal and optic-nerve cells, and reducing damaging processes such as ferroptosis, oxidative stress and chronic inflammation.
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Stop Vision Loss Progression
Addresses contributing factors beyond eye pressure to help slow progression.
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Improved Visual Field
Aims to support dormant and stressed retinal cells across the field of view.
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Improved Visual Acuity
Many patients report gains on distance and near vision charts.
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Improved Contrast Sensitivity
Easier to distinguish shapes, edges and fine detail.
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Increased Visual Brightness
Better brightness and color perception, including in low light.
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Reduced Glare & Light Sensitivity
Less discomfort from sunlight, headlights and digital screens.
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Reduced Eye Strain & Pain
Greater day-to-day comfort and reduced ocular fatigue.
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