Does Amblyopia (Lazy Eye) Affect Eye-Hand Coordination?
What is a lazy eye and how does it develop? Amblyopia, commonly known as lazy eye, is a neuro-developmental vision condition that begins in early […]
Read MoreWhat Is Intermittent Strabismus?
Strabismus, also called an eye turn, can be intermittent or constant— depending on how often it occurs. Intermittent strabismus occurs occasionally, most often during stressful […]
Read MoreStrabismus Surgery
What is strabismus surgery? Strabismus, also known as “crossed-eyes” occurs when the two eyes are unable to achieve proper alignment to focus on an object. […]
Read MoreConvergence Insufficiency FAQs
Q: What is convergence insufficiency (CI)? A: Convergence insufficiency is a highly treatable binocular vision condition that affects near vision and eye muscle coordination. Convergence […]
Read MoreEyecare for Children
Eyecare for Children Are you worried about your child needing glasses? Do you want to understand why your child needs bifocals or multifocals? Are you […]
Read MoreBifocals for Lazy Eye
What are bifocals? Bifocals are glasses that contain two lens prescriptions, one for near vision and one for distance vision. The lens powers are usually […]
Read MoreA Guide to Children’s Eye Diseases
A guide to the common childhood eye diseases Eye doctors recommend children have their first comprehensive eye exam from six months of age to ensure […]
Read MoreNeuro-Optometry
Neuro-Optometry What is a traumatic brain injury (TBI)? How does a TBI affect vision? Should everyone who has suffered a TBI see an eye doctor? […]
Read MoreVision Therapy for Children
Vision Therapy for Children Are your child’s school grades not a true reflection of their potential? Has your child been told they have a learning […]
Read MoreVision and Vestibular Dysfunction
Do you often experience dizziness or feel as though the world is spinning around you (vertigo)? Do you experience motion sickness, or a persistent sense […]
Read MoreVision Therapy for TBI Related Vision Conditions
How does a TBI affect vision? Vision is the most important source of sensory information. Consisting of a sophisticated complex of subsystems, the visual process […]
Read MoreCommon Vision Problems Associated With a Brain Injury
Over 10 million traumatic brain injuries (TBI) occur annually, worldwide. Approximately 2.8 million, close to 1 in 100, Americans suffer a form of TBI every […]
Read MoreVision and Brain Injuries
Can the eyes and visual system be affected by a brain injury? Yes. A traumatic brain injury (TBI) can result from a stroke, neurological dysfunction, […]
Read MoreEye Conditions That Cause Strabismus
The following is a brief guide to the common eye conditions that can lead to an eye turn. Amblyopia (Lazy Eye) A vision problem in […]
Read MoreStrabismus FAQs
Q: Is strabismus surgery the only treatment option for an eye turn? A: No. Strabismus treatment options depend on the type of strabismus— direction of […]
Read MoreWhat Is Exotropia?
Exotropia is a common form of strabismus characterized by an outward eye turn, away from the nose. The eye turn may be noticed while the […]
Read MoreWhat Is Esotropia?
Esotropia is a form of strabismus (crossed-eyes) that is caused by an inward turn of the eye, toward the nose. The condition can be constant […]
Read MoreWhat Is Strabismus (Crossed-Eyes)?
Up to five percent of the population has strabismus. Strabismus occurs when the two eyes are unable to maintain proper alignment and focus together on […]
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