Frequently Asked Questions

1 Who was Dr Bates?  
2 What is the Bates Method about?  
3 What is Central Fixation?  
4 Strain and Relaxation  
5 So, how does the method work?  
6 So where do the muscle strengthening exercises come in?  
7 Do Optometrists teach the Bates Method?  
8 So. where do Bates Teachers come from?  
9 How long does it take to learn the method?  
10 How much does it cost?  
11 Does the Bates Method work for everybody?  
12 Do I have to practise exercises every day?  
13 But isn't it a bit boring?  
14 What's wrong with using glasses?  
15 What about refractive surgery - surely that's easier?  
16 Do I have to stop wearing glasses completely?  
17 Isn’t it normal for sight to deteriorate as you grow older?  
18 Can the method help with eye diseases?  
19 Can the method be used with young children?  
20 What about lazy eyes and squints?  
21 Is the method only for people with poor sight?  
22 Will using computers harm the eyes?  
23 How can I find out more?  
24 What is the Bates Association?  
   

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