Can Nearsightedness Improve with Age? If your family has come in for their yearly eye exams, and you or your child has been diagnosed with myopia, you likely have questions about what you can do. You may have even heard that myopia in kids and teens tends to correct with age, and it can be […]
Vision therapy is an optometric specialty that focuses on treating vision-related conditions and disorders. It involves a series of exercises designed to improve visual skills, eye coordination, focusing abilities, and depth perception. Vision therapy can be used to treat a variety of vision problems, such as: Lazy eye (amblyopia) Strabismus (crossed eyes) Binocular vision dysfunction […]
Astigmatism and myopia, also known as nearsightedness, have one key similarity: both are refractive errors of the eye. Refractive errors occur when the shape of the eye prevents light from properly focusing on the retina, making it difficult for a person to see clearly. However, there are some distinct differences between astigmatism and myopia that […]
Despite using them daily, it can be easy to forget to take care of our eyes. We know to protect them from sharp objects and wear sunglasses, but there’s so much more inside our eyes that we may not think about until something goes wrong. That’s why you should get a regular eye exam rather […]
Your eyes and your brain have a direct relationship: your eyes are essentially an extension of your brain. This connection helps you see, perceive objects, and understand the world around you. When you have a concussion, this relationship can become damaged. But vision therapy can help you heal and restore the connections. Understanding the Relationship […]
Lazy eye, also known as amblyopia, can cause many challenges. The sooner it is diagnosed, the easier it can be to correct through vision therapy. You may be wondering, when is it too late to treat lazy eye? When this condition is diagnosed in children, it can be easier to treat, but that doesn’t mean […]
Your eyes help you navigate everyday life and take in all of the memories you’re making. Taking care of your eyes now can help prevent eye issues and diseases in the future. Routine eye exams and preventative health measures can help keep your eyes healthy. Extra maintenance like vision therapy can strengthen the connection between […]
When you have a refractive error that seems to increase with every visit to your optometrist, you may wonder how you can protect your vision in the long term. There are ways you can preserve your vision as an adult, but it is especially helpful to protect children’s sight while they are young so they […]
While lazy eye and strabismus may have similar qualities, there are some key differences. They both typically develop in childhood, and the only way to diagnose them is to bring your little one in for a comprehensive eye examination. Read on to explore the differences between lazy eye, medically known as amblyopia, and strabismus. What […]
Your glasses provide you with improved vision whenever you wear them. Your optometrist determines the best prescription for your needs, but can your glasses make your eyesight worse? Continue reading to learn more about how glasses affect your vision, including if they can worsen your eyesight. The Importance of Your Glasses Your glasses can help […]
Beyond 20/20 Optometry
