vision therapy
There's more to vision than 20/20...
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- Distance Visual Acuity (ability to see 20/20 beyond arm’s length)
- Near Visual Acuity (ability to see clearly and comfortably at 10-13 inches)
- Eye Movement Control/Tracking (smooth and accurate movement of the eyes across the page)
- Binocularity (ability to use the two eyes together as a team for single vision and stereo depth perception)
- Focusing (ability to read for a period of time without fatigue and the ability to rapidly change focus from dark board and back)
- Peripheral Awareness (ability to be aware of things on the side while looking straight ahead)
- Eye/Hand Coordination (the use of the eyes and the hands together)
Students who are labeled as lazy or learning disabled often have vision-related learning issues that can be addressed with vision therapy. Vision therapy strengthens and coordinates eye muscles to improve tracking, focusing, binocular vision and visual processing, making it easier to read and easier to learn.
Dr. Leanne Liddicoat is specially trained in Developmental Optometry and provides vision therapy for children and adults, including those with spectrum disorders. Vision therapy begins with a comprehensive evaluation and sensory-motor examination with Dr. Liddicoat. After initial evaluation, we tailor a vision therapy program to meet your individual needs as you work with a specially-trained vision therapist. Most cases can be treated in 4 to 5 months.
For more information and resources on vision therapy, visit:
- Vision and Learning: A Guide for Parents and Educators
- College of Optometrists in Vision Development
- Vision 3D
- American Optometric Association
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