School Sports & Screen Time: Protecting Your Teen’s Vision This Fall

Help Your Teen See Clearly This School Year—On the Field and In the Classroom


As summer winds down and school gears up, teens are diving into everything from fall sports to long hours of homework on digital devices. But between practice, screens, and social media, their eyes can take a hit.


At Blake Bush Family Eye Care in Ardmore, we want to help parents safeguard their child’s eyesight—now and for years to come.


Common Vision Risks for Teens in the Fall


1. Sports-related eye injuries:
Basketball, football, soccer, and baseball all carry a risk of impact injuries. Protective eyewear designed for sports can help prevent serious damage, especially in contact sports.


2. Eye strain from screens:
Hours of studying, streaming, and scrolling can lead to digital eye strain. Teens may complain of tired eyes, blurry vision, headaches, or difficulty focusing.


3. Blue light exposure:
Laptops and phones emit blue light, which may disrupt sleep cycles and contribute to eye fatigue.


Tips to Protect Your Teen’s Eyes


  • Invest in prescription sports goggles or shatter-resistant lenses
  • Encourage the 20-20-20 rule for screens: Every 20 minutes, look 20 feet away for 20 seconds
  • Ask about blue light filtering lenses to reduce digital strain
  • Schedule a comprehensive eye exam before the school year ramps up


Why It Matters


Undiagnosed vision issues can affect performance both academically and athletically. Starting the year with clear, comfortable vision sets your teen up for success.


Need help finding the right eyewear or scheduling an eye exam? Call Blake Bush Family Eye Care today.


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