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When you hear “glaucoma,” you may think of its nickname, “the silent thief of vision,” and a host of intimidating statistics — and understandably so. Glaucoma is one of the world’s leading causes of blindness.
Our team of experts at Valley Eye Associates is here to ease some of your worries and help you achieve the best vision possible. That’s why we continually research and apply more advanced eye care technologies to our practice, like IRIDEX’s MicroPulse laser therapy: one of the latest procedures in addressing a glaucoma diagnosis.
MicroPulse laser therapy uses a state-of-the-art laser procedure to treat retinal diseases and glaucoma. While lasers are a common technique in today’s field of ophthalmology, MicroPulse laser therapy approaches vision treatments in a unique manner. The MicroPulse laser uses a refractory period that allows the tissue to cool in between laser pulses, effectively decreasing and preventing tissue damage. Coupled with the surgeon’s ability to finely control the laser’s heat properties, treatment risks are at a new low. This procedure even lessens the need for future invasive eye surgeries.
How MicroPulse Works
A laser beam emits a continuous wave that becomes sectioned into a series of brief, low energy pulses, which are then divided by short rest periods.
A smaller width (the amount of time that the laser is active) ensures that the heat from the laser does not reach tissues surrounding the targeted area.
With a longer interval (the amount of time that the laser is off) in between each pulse, the tissue has ample time to cool down before the next pulse arrives.
Traditional laser procedures work to lower intraocular pressure through increased watery outflow and decreased aqueous production. MicroPulse laser therapy achieves the same effect in a similar manner, but with little to no harmful side effects.
Schedule an Appointment
You and your vision are of the utmost importance to us. If you notice that you present any symptoms of glaucoma, come see us as soon as possible. Call (800) 344-4443 to schedule an appointment. We’ll be here for you and your eyes… CLEARLY.
Our team of experts at Valley Eye Associates understands that glaucoma can be an overwhelming and daunting diagnosis, and because it is, we constantly use and study the most advanced vision technologies. A recently created medical device has helped take the anxiety out of glaucoma treatment: the Hydrus Microstent.
The Hydrus Microstent is a flexible device that stimulates drainage in the eye. Only the size of an eyelash, the stent effectively reduces intraocular pressure and helps manage glaucoma.
This device is approved for use during cataract surgery, but the procedure is minimally invasive, so patients can expect fewer complications and a quicker healing time than traditional glaucoma procedures. Patients won’t be able to feel or see the stent. If you are an adult with mild to moderate primary open angle glaucoma and you will be undergoing cataract surgery, you may be a candidate for this device.
The Hydrus Microstent is installed in Schlemm’s canal — a circular vessel that maintains homeostasis in the eye — widening the eye’s natural outflow channel which allows fluid to flow more freely, decreasing intraocular pressure. This stent spans 90 degrees of Schlemm’s canal, and because it does, fluid more easily reaches the eye’s drainage system, which distributes it to the circulatory system.
After two years, 78% of Hydrus Microstent patients didn’t need drops.
Hydrus Microstent patients experienced a 61% reduction in invasive secondary surgeries compared to cataract surgery alone.
Compared to the control of a micro invasive glaucoma trial, the Hydrus Microstent showed the greatest intraocular pressure reduction.
Most notably, the Hydrus Microstent is clinically proven to eliminate the necessity of glaucoma medication.
We value you and your vision. That’s why we’re furthering our practice with some of the best eye care technologies. Don’t wait to treat your glaucoma. Call (800) 344-4443 to schedule an appointment.
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Get to Know Dr. Adam Kluck
CommunityWhat is your favorite thing about being an optometrist?
I really enjoy getting to know my patients. I also love that it allows me to help people with something as important as their eyesight.
What are your hobbies?
A few of my favorite hobbies are fishing, hunting, golfing, and skiing.
What is your favorite holiday and why?
I would probably go with Thanksgiving because it combines family, food, and hunting all into one day.
Where has been your favorite place you’ve traveled and where would you like to travel to someday?
My favorite place would either be Big Sky, Montana or Ontario, Canada. I would love to go skiing in British Columbia someday.
What is your favorite thing about working at VEA?
It is absolutely the great staff and office environment that makes VEA an excellent place to be.
Don’t Let Glaucoma Stop You
Eye HealthWhen you hear “glaucoma,” you may think of its nickname, “the silent thief of vision,” and a host of intimidating statistics — and understandably so. Glaucoma is one of the world’s leading causes of blindness.
Our team of experts at Valley Eye Associates is here to ease some of your worries and help you achieve the best vision possible. That’s why we continually research and apply more advanced eye care technologies to our practice, like IRIDEX’s MicroPulse laser therapy: one of the latest procedures in addressing a glaucoma diagnosis.
MicroPulse laser therapy uses a state-of-the-art laser procedure to treat retinal diseases and glaucoma. While lasers are a common technique in today’s field of ophthalmology, MicroPulse laser therapy approaches vision treatments in a unique manner. The MicroPulse laser uses a refractory period that allows the tissue to cool in between laser pulses, effectively decreasing and preventing tissue damage. Coupled with the surgeon’s ability to finely control the laser’s heat properties, treatment risks are at a new low. This procedure even lessens the need for future invasive eye surgeries.
How MicroPulse Works
A laser beam emits a continuous wave that becomes sectioned into a series of brief, low energy pulses, which are then divided by short rest periods.
Traditional laser procedures work to lower intraocular pressure through increased watery outflow and decreased aqueous production. MicroPulse laser therapy achieves the same effect in a similar manner, but with little to no harmful side effects.
Schedule an Appointment
You and your vision are of the utmost importance to us. If you notice that you present any symptoms of glaucoma, come see us as soon as possible. Call (800) 344-4443 to schedule an appointment. We’ll be here for you and your eyes… CLEARLY.
Hydrus Microstent: A New Way to Manage Glaucoma
Eye HealthOur team of experts at Valley Eye Associates understands that glaucoma can be an overwhelming and daunting diagnosis, and because it is, we constantly use and study the most advanced vision technologies. A recently created medical device has helped take the anxiety out of glaucoma treatment: the Hydrus Microstent.
The Hydrus Microstent is a flexible device that stimulates drainage in the eye. Only the size of an eyelash, the stent effectively reduces intraocular pressure and helps manage glaucoma.
This device is approved for use during cataract surgery, but the procedure is minimally invasive, so patients can expect fewer complications and a quicker healing time than traditional glaucoma procedures. Patients won’t be able to feel or see the stent. If you are an adult with mild to moderate primary open angle glaucoma and you will be undergoing cataract surgery, you may be a candidate for this device.
The Hydrus Microstent is installed in Schlemm’s canal — a circular vessel that maintains homeostasis in the eye — widening the eye’s natural outflow channel which allows fluid to flow more freely, decreasing intraocular pressure. This stent spans 90 degrees of Schlemm’s canal, and because it does, fluid more easily reaches the eye’s drainage system, which distributes it to the circulatory system.
The Hydrus Microstent’s success is evident:1
We value you and your vision. That’s why we’re furthering our practice with some of the best eye care technologies. Don’t wait to treat your glaucoma. Call (800) 344-4443 to schedule an appointment.