
Laser Eye Surgery and Sport in the UK: Which Procedure Is Best for Active Patients and Contact Sport Athletes?
Summary Sussex’s coastal location makes it home to an exceptionally active population: surfers, cyclists, swimmers, climbers, runners, rugby players, and martial artists. For anyone who plays sport at any level, the question of how laser eye surgery interacts with their activity is important before making a decision. This article explains how each laser procedure and […]

Astigmatism and Vision Correction: Can Laser Surgery or ICL Fully Correct It?
Summary Astigmatism affects approximately one in three people in the UK, often alongside short or long-sightedness. It causes blurred or distorted vision at all distances because the cornea or lens is not uniformly curved. Many people with astigmatism wonder whether laser eye surgery can correct it fully or whether they will always need glasses or […]

Am I Suitable for Laser Eye Surgery in the UK? A Complete 2026 Eligibility Guide
Summary Laser eye surgery is one of the most effective elective procedures available in the UK, but not everyone is an ideal candidate from day one. This guide by Prof. Mayank Nanavaty, Consultant Ophthalmic Surgeon at Sussex Eye Laser Clinic, explains the full range of eligibility criteria including age, prescription stability, corneal thickness, dry eye […]