According to the College of Optometrists in Vision Development (COVD), many learning problems parents first suspect to be issues such as dyslexia or ADHD turn out to be problems with vision. Although educational screenings for learning issues are important, optometrists who specialize in providing vision therapy stress that a special type of screening might be […]
Enhancing Visual Perceptual Skills: Strategies for Development
Visual perceptual skills are crucial for interpreting and understanding what we see. They are fundamental not just for day-to-day activities but also for developing learning, motor coordination, and social interaction abilities. For those seeking to enhance their visual health, some strategies for developing visual perceptual skills could involve: Understanding Visual Perceptual Skills Visual perception involves […]
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What Conditions Can Vision Therapy Treat?
Visiting an eye care clinic is often associated with getting a new pair of glasses or contact lenses. However, vision care extends far beyond simply correcting your eyesight with prescription lenses. Vision therapy, a therapy to enhance the eye-connection, can be an effective treatment to address a variety of visual conditions, including: What Is Vision […]
Eye Tracking and Its Importance For Keeping Reading On Track
It may be a surprise if your child struggles with vision despite wearing glasses. Many patients assume that reading troubles are a learning difficulty, like a short attention span or ADHD, but vision problems can be closely related to academic performance. Your eye doctor can identify these issues during a functional vision exam and recommend […]
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Understanding How ADD/ADHD & Vision Problems Are Related
ADD/ADHD is a complex disorder that often appears as an inability to focus or sit still. But did you know that vision problems can cause similar outcomes? There are many vision problems that can cause symptoms similar to ADD/ADHD, which has led to the question: are ADD/ADHD and vision problems directly related? While one of […]
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How Rehabilitation for Concussion Patients Works
If you or someone you know has a concussion, it’s important to understand the intricacies of this condition to be aware of the best ways to recover. This form of traumatic brain injury (TBI) can have long-term repercussions if left untreated, so it’s essential to understand the symptoms and recovery process associated with concussions. The […]
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Types of Binocular Vision Dysfunction Treatment
Your eyes are designed to work together to send images to your brain about what you see. This synchronization is called binocular vision. If you have binocular vision dysfunction, your eyes aren’t coordinated, causing physical and visual symptoms. There are various types of binocular vision dysfunction treatment, including vision therapy. With a trained vision therapist, […]
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How Vision Therapy Can Support Those Living With a Brain Injury
Did you know that March is Brain Injury Awareness Month? It’s a reminder that over five million people in the United States are living with some degree of brain injury. That’s one in every 60 people, which is a lot! Many of them also struggle with their vision. Contrary to what most people might think, […]
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Children Can Get Low Vision Too!
As a mom or dad, you expect your kids to run into some health hiccups as they grow. Stuff like colds, flu, and the measles keep them (and you) awake at night but you know that it’s all part of growing up. Low vision is different. No parent expects their child to experience vision loss […]
