Vision TherapyThis page is split into three sections. The first two sections describe the two types of vision therapy we offer at the office. Most patients need some of both types of therapy. The third section discusses how we conduct vision therapy in our office. Why is VT Important?1 out of 4 children has an undiagnosed vision problem interfering with their ability to read and learn. Is it really ADHD? Is your child really just 'average' in school? Why is paying attention to homework so difficult for your child? You won't know until you have had a Vision Therapy evaluation with a qualified optometrist. When a child appears inattentive in school, our medical system is quick to medicate children and label them with ADHD. Teachers may say they are 'slow', 'poor readers', 'inattentive', or exhibit poor handwriting. Visual Deficiencies are learning disabilities not solved by a pill. The solution: Vision Therapy. And studies show that it could improve your child's symptoms, school performance, and overall well-being. Section 1: Introduction to Visual Efficiency Therapy at Our Office
Nearly all humans are born with the potential for good eyesight, but vision- the ability to identify, interpret and understand what is seen- is learned and developed starting from birth. In learning to walk, a child begins by creeping, crawling, standing, and finally walking unaided. A similar process from gross to fine motor control takes place in the development of vision. One visual skill builds on another, step by step. But many people miss a step, or do not complete a step, or must begin to perform in school or other visually demanding tasks before an acceptable foundation of basic visual skills is in place. Science indicates that we do not 'see' with our eyes alone. Rather, vision is the reception and processing of visual information by both the eyes and brain. Training the brain is both possible and important. So important that many athletes take visual training for improved performance in their sport. But for some, even a basic foundation of visual skills is missing. Vision Therapy, or VT, is the standard of care for developing, improving, and enhancing people's visual performance when lenses alone are inefficient. Behavioral optometrists have developed vision therapy in combination with appropriate glasses to:
The Visual Efficiency Skills ' To Be Assessed during VT Evaluation
What Problems can Visual Stress Cause?
Can a visual efficiency deficit be fixed?Yes. Especially in children under 12 years old, we can improve your child's vision and performance in school. Depending on the condition, 10-30 45 minute therapy visits will be necessary. In rare cases, eye muscle surgery will be necessary to realign the eyes, and that will be discussed during your initial evaluation.  Section 2: Introduction to Visual Information Processing Therapy at Our Office
The Visual Information Processing Skills ' to be assessed during second VT evaluation
What Problems can Visual Processing Deficiency Cause?
The Link Between Visual Efficiency and Visual Information Processing
Section 3: About Our VT ProgramThis page will provide you with more detail on how our VT program operates. VT EvaluationYour first appointment will not be a therapy appointment, but a longer appointment to gather information on your child's condition. Therapy AppointmentsA forty-five minute appointment time will be reserved for you at the most convenient time available every week. This appointment time will be reserved for you throughout the therapy program. Since your therapy is progressive (gets more difficult as we go), it is important that treatment be continuous. Make up sessions are scheduled for missed appointments. If circumstances require a prolonged absence, we will discontinue the program and reschedule at the earliest available opening. Weekly, the therapist spends time consulting with the doctor and planning your prescribed program. The doctor may sit in or conduct therapy as they feel necessary. Home AssignmentsHome therapy assignments will be given every appointment. These assignments are the most crucial piece to your child's success. Vision Therapy is exercises for your eye muscles and for your brain. If you only exercise once a week, you will make little progress. We expect our therapy patients to engage in therapy 4-5 times a week for 25-45 minutes each session. Equipment
PrizesTo encourage children taking Vision Therapy to do their homework, we will supply them with tickets which can be converted to prizes every week. Do not hesitate to remind us to provide you with tickets if we forget :o) We are looking forward to having a lot of fun as we work! FeesWe ask that you pay at least one therapy session in advanced to cover the equiptment sent home with your child. For more information on our financial policy, ask for a financial summary or visit our website's VT Fee page by clicking here. Read More About Vision Therapy On this BlogScientific Research and Studies on VT
Read More About Vision Therapy On the WebEYEcenter Optometric Sacramento's Introduction to Vision Therapy
| ![]() Lysle Shaw-McMinn, O.D.Dr. Lysle graduated from Southern California College of Optometry in 2014. His knowledge of technology and enthusiasm for pediatric and senior care has brought him to work with us in Sun City Vision Center. Recent Posts by LysleWhat is Developmental Optometry? Make Up Remover's Affect on t... How Does Dehydration Affect the E... Computer Vision Syndrome Is Vision Therapy Scientifically ... Low Vision Photophobia Treatment of Adult Amblyopia 40 Life Changing Devices & Servic... Environmental and Cruelty-Free Ey... Scams that Target Glasses Wearers |