Another study published in 1991 examined a
group of postoperative cataract patients instructed
only to refrain from activities that produced pain.
No shield was required, and no instructions were
given to restrict common daily activities such as
showering and hair washing. This study found no
complications related to any postoperative activity
[11]. Additional research assessing the impacts of
different postoperative restrictions on outcomes
would help guide clinicians to further optimize care
in the future.