Optic Nerve & Neuro-Ophthalmic
Optic Nerve Atrophy Treatment
Optic nerve atrophy is irreversible degeneration of the optic nerve fibers that carry visual signals from the retina to the brain, resulting from prior disease, poor blood supply, pressure, toxins, or inflammation. It causes dimmed vision, loss of visual field, reduced color perception, and a pale optic disc.
Understanding Optic Nerve Atrophy
Optic nerve atrophy is irreversible degeneration of the optic nerve fibers that carry visual signals from the retina to the brain, resulting from prior disease, poor blood supply, pressure, toxins, or inflammation. It causes dimmed vision, loss of visual field, reduced color perception, and a pale optic disc.
While Optic Nerve Atrophy 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 Optic Nerve Atrophy
For optic nerve & neuro-ophthalmic, NRT focuses on:
- improving perfusion to the optic nerve head
- strengthening neuroprotective support for nerve fibers
- reducing oxidative and ischemic stress on the optic nerve
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.
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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