Eye Conditions

Sports Eye Injuries

The severity of sports-induced eye injuries varies from mild scrapes of the cornea to severe trauma that can cause visual impairment or even blindness. In fact, up to one fourth of serious eye injuries in all age groups are related to recreation.  Types of injuries include corneal abrasion, blunt injuries, subconjunctival hemorrhage, hyphema, and penetrating injuries.

Signs and Symptoms

• Visual loss

• Bleeding on the surface or inside the eye

• Tears in the outer ocular walls

• A foreign body inside the eye

Treatments and Prevention

• Prompt first aid

• Placing a protective cover over the eye to prevent further damage

• Seek emergency care as soon as possible

• Possible Surgery

• Wear specially designed protective eyewear

• Total head and face protection is essential for any collision sport

UIC Specialists
Any Vitreoretinal Specialist on our Staff
Any Physician in the Comprehensive Ophthalmology Service

Treatment Clinic/Service
Vitreoretinal Service
Comprehensive Ophthalmology Service

Eye Facts Article
Sports Eye Injuries

This information is not intended to replace the advice of a doctor.