Nel Optometrists

Nel Optometrists We are fully equipped to provide you with the best pair of spectacles, contact lenses and sunglasses

Children are spending more time on screens and less time outdoors – and their eyes are paying the price. Myopia (commonl...
10/06/2026

Children are spending more time on screens and less time outdoors – and their eyes are paying the price. Myopia (commonly known as nearsightednes) in kids is rising fast, often without parents realising there's a problem.

Signs to watch: squinting, sitting too close to the TV, headaches after reading, reluctance to do schoolwork. Sound familiar?

Come in. Let's check.

Your next pair of glasses could plant a tree. Eco Eyewear – eyewear made from sustainable and recycled materials, with o...
08/06/2026

Your next pair of glasses could plant a tree.

Eco Eyewear – eyewear made from sustainable and recycled materials, with over 4.2 million trees planted worldwide through their "One Frame, One Tree" programme.

Pop in and see the range. Beautiful frames. Real impact. Pop in and see the range.

When did you last have your eye pressure checked?Glaucoma has almost no symptoms until it's too late. No pain. No warnin...
07/06/2026

When did you last have your eye pressure checked?

Glaucoma has almost no symptoms until it's too late. No pain. No warning signs. Just a slow, quiet loss of peripheral vision. We screen every patient for glaucoma as a standard part of every comprehensive eye examination. It takes minutes. It could save your sight.

It's June. Half the year is done. Be honest – did you book that eye exam you promised yourself in January? Your eyes don...
04/06/2026

It's June. Half the year is done. Be honest – did you book that eye exam you promised yourself in January?

Your eyes don't take a day off, and neither does glaucoma or a prescription that's been quietly getting worse.

We make it easy. Mon–Fri, 08:00–17:00. WhatsApp us to book.

Smoking doesn’t only affect your lungs. It has a direct impact on your eyes over time.It increases the risk of condition...
31/05/2026

Smoking doesn’t only affect your lungs. It has a direct impact on your eyes over time.
It increases the risk of conditions like macular degeneration, cataracts, and damage to the optic nerve, all of which can affect how clearly you see and how your vision holds up as you age.

Vision loss is one of the less talked about consequences, but it is a real one.
If you smoke, or have in the past, regular eye checks matter more than you might think.

Eye health isn’t always consistent, especially for women. Hormonal shifts, autoimmune conditions, and everyday factors c...
28/05/2026

Eye health isn’t always consistent, especially for women. Hormonal shifts, autoimmune conditions, and everyday factors can all influence how your eyes feel and how clearly you see.

Dryness, fluctuating vision or subtle changes throughout the month are often dismissed, but they usually have an underlying cause.

If your vision doesn’t feel stable, it’s worth paying attention rather than pushing through it.

If you’ve noticed changes, come in and let’s figure out what’s behind it.

A child who can’t see clearly doesn’t always say it out loud.Sometimes, it’s simply their eyesight.A straightforward eye...
21/05/2026

A child who can’t see clearly doesn’t always say it out loud.
Sometimes, it’s simply their eyesight.

A straightforward eye test can shift everything. Book today!

Good vision isn’t just clarity. It’s independence. When reading starts to feel like effort, when driving feels less cert...
18/05/2026

Good vision isn’t just clarity. It’s independence. When reading starts to feel like effort, when driving feels less certain, or when your workday leaves you straining to keep up, it’s easy to brush it off and carry on.

But clear vision is access. It shapes how you move through your day, how you work, how you learn, and how comfortable everything feels.

If something feels off, it’s worth paying attention to. Come in and have your vision checked.

Did you know routine eye exams can reveal early signs of high blood pressure, often before you feel any symptoms?
17/05/2026

Did you know routine eye exams can reveal early signs of high blood pressure, often before you feel any symptoms?

What you eat doesn’t just affect your body in ways you can feel. It shows up in places you don’t often think about, incl...
15/05/2026

What you eat doesn’t just affect your body in ways you can feel. It shows up in places you don’t often think about, including your eyes.

Too much salt over time can contribute to high blood pressure, which can place strain on the delicate blood vessels in the retina.

It’s not immediate, and it’s not always obvious, but the effects build quietly.

If you are managing high blood pressure, regular eye exams should form part of your routine care.

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The Urban Corner, Corner Of Waterworks And Jacobus Smit Avenue
Kimberley
8301

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00

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+27875270257

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