Does the Bates Method correct farsightedness?

Answer by  NGoodson (3395)

There is nothing except corrective lenses or laser eye surgery to completely "correct" farsightedness, but the Bates Method is believed to help at least improve your eye sight so it can help.

Answer by  Bob8478 (1040)

This method has not been singificantly successful in improving eyesight. Various studies and anecdotal research have been inconclusive on whether this method is necessarily able to improve farsightedness or other vision problems as claimed by Dr. William Bates. various scientists and other medical doctors have proven Bates' method incorrect in correction of many vision problems.

Answer by  eyeshave4 (8)

The Bates Method, which includes wearing pinhole glasses to treat vision issues including farsightedness is not without a fair amount of controversy or disbelief of its' success.

Answer by  TJenkins602 (656)

The bates method does improve farsightedness. PRacticing this method will not only improve your overall eyesight but it would also do wonders for your eyes if they are red from being bloodshot as well.