Gary Brecka explains that moderate aerobic exercise temporarily lowers eye pressure and improves blood flow to the optic nerve, while intense workouts can spike pressure. The National Eye Institute now recommends laser therapy as a first-line treatment for newly diagnosed glaucoma, shifting away from medication-first approaches.
Recent news from the National Eye Institute showed that laser therapy is now proven safe and effective as the first option for newly diagnosed primary open angle glaucoma. This challenges the widely accepted notion of medication first approaches. This matters because medication adherence rates in glaucoma are usually very, very low. Laser treatment addresses this problem by providing lasting pressure reduction without daily compliance issues. The lifestyle factors for glaucoma prevention require careful attention. Regular moderate exercise temporarily reduces eye pressure, improves optic nerve blood flow, but vigorous exertion can put pressure spikes. So it's better to do consistent, moderate aerobic activity later in life rather than very intense workouts.
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