Weightlifting may increase risk of glucoma, an eyesight-threatening condition
Weightlifting may increase risk of glucoma, an eyesight-threatening condition.
Brazillian researchers found that lifting heavy weights was linked to a temporary increase pressure within the eye. This happens most often when you hold your breath and do not breathe.
The researchers say that this could increase the risk of glaucoma, a condition more common in people who often have change in eye pressure.
The researchers said that increased pressure could be due to motions during bench press or other lifting excercises.
The research was led by Dr. Geraldo Magela Vieira, of the Institute of Specialized Ophthalmology and UNIPLAC School of Medicine, Brazil.
Weightlifting may increase risk of glucoma, an eyesight-threatening condition.
Brazillian researchers found that lifting heavy weights was linked to a temporary increase pressure within the eye. This happens most often when you hold your breath and do not breathe.
The researchers say that this could increase the risk of glaucoma, a condition more common in people who often have change in eye pressure.
The researchers said that increased pressure could be due to motions during bench press or other lifting excercises.
The research was led by Dr. Geraldo Magela Vieira, of the Institute of Specialized Ophthalmology and UNIPLAC School of Medicine, Brazil.
