My own experience as a Bates
Teacher is that yes, the Bates Method can help - most
fundamentally in teaching you how to release and
avoid any contributing or reactive strain from the
condition. Basically, the Bates Method teaches you
how to use your eyes well, and in a relaxed manner.
Obviously when you have a physical problem, like
cataract, it is very easy to get caught up in
reacting in a strained and stressed way. Once the
strain starts to release, then the condition has a
chance to heal, as much as it is able. Unfortunately,
there can be absolutely no guarantee that the
condition will reverse - although it has been known
to happen - and much depends on the length of time
the condition has been in evidence, and how far it
has progressed.
Furthermore, people who have had
cataracts and also used the Bates Method will have a
good chance of having a very successful surgery.
Teaching the person how to let their eyes 'be' is of
use in any visual circumstance, including healing
from an eye operation.
©Studio Bates 2000
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