CNN reports on a new study from the journal of Pediatrics that suggests that recovery from a brain injury or concussion can take anywhere from days to weeks to years depending on the age of the injured and the severity of the concussion. In conjunction with other symptoms such as headaches, blurred vision and dizziness, […]
Visual Development in Infancy
Big thanks to Dr. Ben Winters for sharing this video about visual development in infants. […]
What Is OptiLight and How Does It Help Manage Dry Eyes?
Dry eye disease is a widespread and common issue for up to 49 million Americans. This chronic condition can have a significant impact on your quality of life, causing a foreign body sensation in your eyes, pain, blurry vision, and dry or watery eyes. Untreated, it can even lead to further eye health complications. Despite […]
How Long Does IPL Treatment for Dry Eyes Last?
Dry eyes can be uncomfortable, even exhausting, to deal with. Thankfully, with technology like intense pulsed light (IPL), you don’t need to deal with daily discomfort. This treatment can help provide long-term relief, but you may wonder how long its results last. IPL treatment results can last several months, depending on the severity of your […]
Benefits of Vision Therapy for Convergence Insufficiency, Amblyopia, Strabismus, & More
Vision therapy is a type of physical therapy focusing on the eyes and the visual system. It’s a non-surgical program effective in addressing a wide range of vision problems, including convergence insufficiency, amblyopia, strabismus, and others. Vision is more than seeing 20/20 on an eye chart, and a vision problem can impact your daily life […]
How to Help a Child with Reading Difficulties
For children with reading difficulties, it can be challenging and frustrating trying to keep up with their classmates, leading to a lack of confidence and a negative attitude toward learning. As their parent, it can be painful to watch and wonder if there’s more you can do. Reading is a critical aspect of a child’s […]
Is Glaucoma Hereditary?
If you have healthy eyes, it’s easy to forget about common eye diseases. Why should you be concerned about them when they don’t affect you? There are some eye conditions, such as glaucoma, that can cause vision loss that you don’t even notice until it is too late. While eye diseases develop differently, glaucoma is […]
Can Dry Eyes Cause Floaters?
Whether they’re from seasonal allergies or they’re a chronic condition, dry eyes can be miserable. Dry eye disease is a common condition and some optometrists offer services dedicated to dry eye therapy. Common symptoms of dry eye include red, irritated, and watery eyes. One less common symptom that some people get is floaters. While it’s […]
Is Vision Therapy for Adults?
What Is Healthy Vision? When most people think of good vision, they likely think of how well they see and their ability to read letters on a chart. While 20/20 vision has advantages, it’s only one type of measurement. Many children and adults can still struggle with visual tasks even when their vision seems clear. […]
Contact Lenses for Dry Eye: Scleral Lenses
Contact lenses can be difficult to wear if you suffer from dry eyes, a condition an estimated 16 million Americans have. However, some contact lenses can be comfortable and even beneficial if you have dry eyes. Your eye doctor might recommend scleral contact lenses if you are a good candidate. Continue reading to learn more […]
