Eye compresses are a common solution for occasional dry eye and other ocular surface issues. There are usually 2 options for compresses: warm/hot and cold. There are benefits to both, but which you go with depends on your symptoms or desired outcomes.

Warm Compress

Warm compresses are typically used to provide soothing relief for occasional dry eye as well as feelings of grittiness, fatigue, and even blurred vision. Warm compresses work by sustaining moist heat on the eyes and surrounding areas, supporting natural tear production. Studies show that just 15 minutes of use can help promote a healthy tear film and function, leading to a decrease in the aforementioned symptoms.

Cold Compress

Cold compresses can be an effective therapy, as well. Eye doctors will typically recommend cold therapy to reduce symptoms like pain, burning, swelling, irritation, and redness. In fact, just 30 seconds of use 3 times a day for a month was shown to be as effective for relieving these symptoms as using over-the-counter eye drops.

Solutions for Both

Hot and cold therapies don’t need to be used exclusively. PRN Vision Group® provides eye compresses that can do both without needing multiple masks.

Tranquileyes XL

Tranquileyes XL is an advanced, moist heat therapy mask powered by reusable, instant heat technology. The Thermoeyes™ Instant Heat Technology delivers sustained optimal temperatures and humidity for 15-20 minutes. This sustained heat helps restore healthy tear production and quickly relieve symptoms related to occasional dry eye without the need for reheating to reach the recommended 15-minite therapy.

These instant heat inserts are reusable and heat up in seconds, making it easy to use daily. Additionally, the Tranquileyes XL also has beaded inserts suitable for cold therapy, making it a one-stop compress. The hypoallergenic materials help establish a level of pure comfort you can’t find anywhere else.

Learn more about the Tranquileyes XL.

Mediviz Warming Eye Compress with Cover

As a microwavable moist heat therapy mask, the Mediviz Warming Eye Compress offers moist heat therapy after a quick spin in the microwave and cold therapy after a few minutes in the freezer. Its ultra-plush, soothing, washable cover provides added hygiene and comfort. Because it can deliver both hot and cold therapy, the Mediviz mask makes it easy for you to customize your care based on the results you’re looking for.

Learn more about the Mediviz Warming Eye Compress with Cover.

Whichever therapy you’re looking for, PRN Vision Group has the answer. Try one of our doctor-recommended compresses today!