Vision Therapy

What Is Vision Therapy?

Vision therapy is a personalized program designed to improve the functioning of the visual system. It involves a series of exercises and activities aimed at enhancing visual skills such as eye movement control, focusing abilities, and eye coordination. Vision therapy is particularly beneficial for children with learning-related vision problems, binocular vision dysfunction, lazy eye (amblyopia), and other visual impairments.

How To Know If Your Child Needs Vision Therapy

If your child struggles with reading, writing, or learning, despite having normal vision, they may benefit from vision therapy. Signs that your child might need vision therapy include:

• Difficulty reading or comprehending text
• Skipping lines or words while reading
• Reversing letters or numbers
• Poor hand-eye coordination
• Eye strain or fatigue during visual tasks

Help Your Child Reach Their Potential With Vision Therapy

At Dr. Terry Tsang Optometry, Inc., we use a holistic approach to vision care. In addition to the usual eye exam, we also conduct a functional vision exam to assess the developmental maturity, strength, and stamina of the entire visual system. If we identify any vulnerable areas within the visual system that could interfere with reading and learning, we develop a personalized vision therapy regimen consisting of individually-tailored eye exercises.

Who Is A Candidate for Vision Therapy?

Children and adults with various visual problems can benefit from vision therapy. Candidates for vision therapy include those with:

• Poor visual skills
• Learning-related vision problems
• Binocular vision dysfunction
• Lazy eye (amblyopia)
• Strabismus (eye turn)
• Visual processing disorders

Vision Therapy Can Improve Reading Skills In Children

Vision therapy has been shown to improve reading skills in children by addressing underlying visual deficiencies that may contribute to reading difficulties. By enhancing visual skills such as eye tracking and focusing, vision therapy can make reading a more comfortable and enjoyable experience for children.

Patching or Vision Therapy for Lazy Eye?

While patching is a common treatment for lazy eye, vision therapy offers a more comprehensive approach to improving visual function in children with amblyopia. Vision therapy aims to strengthen the weaker eye and improve binocular vision, leading to better visual outcomes compared to patching alone.

Vision for Children With Special Needs

Children with special needs, such as those with ADD or ADHD, may also benefit from vision therapy. Vision therapy can help improve attention, visual processing, and visual-motor integration skills, leading to better academic performance and overall quality of life.

Contact Us

Contact Dr. Terry Tsang Optometry, Inc. today for a functional eye exam or visit us with your concerns regarding your child’s vision. Our team is dedicated to finding the best way to treat visual problems and help your child reach their full potential through vision therapy.