You may have heard people use the terms “strabismus” and “lazy eye” interchangeably. However, while they are related, they’re actually two different vision conditions. It’s important to know the difference, especially if you or your child have trouble with reading or concentration, or if you deal with headaches after a long day. Strabismus is an […]
So much of how we experience the world comes through our eyes. When our visual system is disrupted by an event like a concussion, or if it simply never fully develops, this can affect our ability to learn, focus, and simply get through the day. If you or your child are struggling with visual challenges, […]
Post-concussion eye strain occurs when the communications between your brain and your eyes is disrupted. Vision therapy can treat eye strain after a concussion by using a personalized program of exercises to retrain the connection between your brain and your eyes. This helps you regain comfort and clarity in your daily life. Why Your Eyes […]
Lazy eye, also called amblyopia, is often thought of as a childhood condition. Many adults believe that, if the condition isn’t treated early, there’s nothing that can be done later in life. The truth is that amblyopia can still be improved in adults with targeted therapies, including vision therapy programs designed to retrain how the […]
Glasses and contact lenses play a dominant role in eye care, but they can’t address every visual concern, which is where vision therapy comes in. Although vision therapy is a specialty program, the path into the office isn’t as complex as you might think. A formal referral isn’t always necessary to get an initial assessment. […]
Binocular vision allows us to see the world in three dimensions. But what happens when this visual system falters? Binocular vision dysfunction (BVD) can impact everyday tasks that require depth perception, from playing sports to safely navigating traffic. Conditions that fall into this category include amblyopia (otherwise known as “lazy eye”) and strabismus (commonly referred […]
Reading shouldn’t be a battle. Writing shouldn’t cause tears. Yet for many children, these everyday tasks become sources of frustration and struggle. While parents often assume academic difficulties stem from learning disabilities or lack of effort, the real culprit could be hiding in plain sight: vision problems that go beyond what a standard eye exam […]
When it comes to your child’s vision, recognizing problems early is key to supporting their eye health and overall development. Two common vision issues in children are amblyopia and strabismus. While they’re closely connected, they’re sometimes confused with each other. Here’s the difference: Amblyopia impacts vision clarity and occurs when the brain basically “turns off” […]
When we think about what makes an athlete successful, we often picture physical strength, agility, or mental resilience. But there’s another critical factor that plays a foundational role in athletic excellence: vision. Vision is more than eyesight. It’s a set of dynamic, trainable skills that influence how we move, react, and perform. Vision is more […]
Reading plays an important role in a child’s academic success and personal development. However, some children face difficulties with reading—not due to a lack of motivation or intelligence but because of underlying vision issues. These challenges often go unnoticed, potentially affecting school performance and confidence. Vision therapy can support reading development by improving eye coordination, […]
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