Dry Eye & Autoimmune Surface Disease
Sjögren's Syndrome (Ocular) Treatment
Sjögren's syndrome is a chronic autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks moisture-producing glands, including the tear glands, reducing tear production. In the eyes it causes severe aqueous-deficient dry eye with burning, grittiness, light sensitivity, and fluctuating blurred vision, and can damage the ocular surface over time.
Understanding Sjögren's Syndrome
Sjögren's syndrome is a chronic autoimmune disease in which the immune system attacks moisture-producing glands, including the tear glands, reducing tear production. In the eyes it causes severe aqueous-deficient dry eye with burning, grittiness, light sensitivity, and fluctuating blurred vision, and can damage the ocular surface over time.
While Sjögren's Syndrome 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 Sjögren's Syndrome
For dry eye & autoimmune surface disease, NRT focuses on:
- calming ocular-surface inflammation
- supporting tear-film stability and gland function
- improving comfort and reducing light sensitivity
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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