Research Reveals New Effective Treatment for Adults with Lazy Eye
Amblyopia, also known as “lazy eye”, is a vision problem that affects both children and adults. Lazy eye typically begins in childhood and causes a […]
Read MoreIs “20/20” Perfect Sight?
Author: Dr. Denise Smith, OD The Center for Vision Development, Austin TX “Perfect sight” is frequently equated with the ability to see 20/20, despite the […]
Read MoreCorneal Transplant (Keratoplasty)
More than 44,000 corneal transplants are performed in the United States each year. The cornea is the outermost layer of the eye that is responsible […]
Read MoreEyelid Inflammation: Chalazion
What is a chalazion? A chalazion is a lump that forms under the skin of the eyelid. It can develop when the meibomian gland becomes […]
Read MoreCorneal Ulcers (Keratitis)
What is a corneal ulcer? The cornea is the translucent, outermost layer of the eye that covers the pupil and iris. The cornea plays a […]
Read MoreKeratoconus Treatment: Corneal Cross-linking
Keratoconus is a progressive eye disease that weakens the cornea and changes its structure — leading to vision problems and even vision loss. The cornea […]
Read MorePregnancy Complications: When to See an Eye Doctor
How do pregnancy complications affect the eyes? Pregnancy is a time filled with lots of excitement and emotions— you can blame this on the new […]
Read MoreCan Pregnancy Affect Vision?
An estimated 15 percent of women experience vision changes during pregnancy. Pregnancy can bring about many different changes in your body. These changes, although sometimes […]
Read MorePtosis: Why Is My Eyelid Drooping?
What is ptosis? Ptosis, commonly referred to as a droopy eyelid, occurs when the upper eyelid droops down over the eye. A droopy eyelid can […]
Read MoreWhat Is an Eye Stroke?
A retinal blood vessel occlusion, commonly referred to as an ‘eye stroke’ occurs when the blood vessels in the eye become narrowed or blocked. The […]
Read MoreHow Can a Developmental Optometrist Help?
Developmental optometrists believe that vision can be developed and improved through a learned process. A developmental optometrist, also called a behavioral optometrist, focuses on the […]
Read MoreWhy Does Diabetes Cause Blurry Vision?
If you have diabetes, high blood sugar levels may be the cause of your blurry vision. Blurred vision, or any changes to your vision can […]
Read MoreAre You at Risk for Diabetic Eye Damage?
An estimated 30 million Americans have diabetes, and approximately 25 to 45 percent of them will develop some form of diabetic eye damage. According to […]
Read MoreA Deeper Understanding of Diabetic Retinopathy
Diabetic retinopathy is the leading cause of vision loss among people with diabetes. If you have been diagnosed with diabetes, it is critical to ensure […]
Read MoreConcussion and Vision
Author: Dr. Aaron Nichols Excel Neuro-Optometric Clinic The term concussion has become increasingly popular in the last several decades. The research behind the causes and […]
Read MoreOn the Long Road to Recovery: Motion Sickness and TBI
Author: Dr. Aaron Nichols Excel Neuro-Optometric Clinic Do you experience motion sickness while driving a car or motorcycle, or riding as a passenger? Motion sickness […]
Read MoreLighting Up the Room: Light Sensitivity Post-TBI
Author: Dr. Aaron Nichols Excel Neuro-Optometric Clinic Are you experiencing light sensitivity since your traumatic brain injury? Following a traumatic brain injury (TBI) there are […]
Read MoreHow Is My Optical Prescription Measured?
Whether you are visiting your eye doctor for your annual checkup, or have noticed that your vision is not as sharp as it used to […]
Read MoreVision Therapy for Adults: Success Stories
Personal stories from adults whose lives have been enhanced with Vision Therapy. *Names have been changed for privacy protection. I have always had problems […]
Read MoreCan Adults Have Convergence Insufficiency?
Convergence insufficiency (CI) is a common vision condition that affects up to 17 percent of children and adults. While CI is generally diagnosed in children […]
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