Vision Therapy

The Big Game - The Optometrists' role in concussion treatment The Super Bowl is the biggest sporting event of the year, and with it comes a lot of excitement and fun. But there is also a lot of pressure on the players to perform at their best. This can lead to some serious injuries, including concussions. As optometrists, we play an important role in concussion treatment. We are able to help diagnose concussions and provide proper treatment to ensure that our patients recover fully and safely. As concussions become an increasingly prevalent issue in contact sports, the role of the optometrist becomes more important in concussion management and treatment. While many people still think of optometrists simply as vision specialists, they can actually play a vital role in detecting and managing concussions. Here’s a look at how optometrists can help with concussion treatment. Optometrists play a major role in concussion treatment, which often includes vision therapy. Vision therapy is a...

Building Confidence Through Vision Therapy It is no secret that building confidence and raising self-esteem in children and adolescents is often key to their success.  When a student finds themselves falling behind their peers despite feeling as though they are doing the absolute best that they can, frustration sets in. A frustrated student leads to an overall frustrated child both in and out of the classroom as their lack of confidence spills over into other areas of their lives.   So, how can vision therapy boost confidence and self-esteem?   When most people think of the word vision they immediately think of clarity or acuity. In fact, some parents are often under the impression that their child’s vision is fine as they have passed vision screenings at school or even with an optometrist. Vision therapy goes beyond acuity by addressing deficits in functional vision and assessing the essential visual skills needed for learning.  Individualized treatment plans allow ...