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How Do You Know If Your Child Needs Vision Therapy?

Does your child have trouble staying on task in the classroom? Is their handwriting sloppy? These may be signs of overlooked vision problems. The good news is vision therapy can help in big ways!


Neuro-Vision Therapy

You’ve probably heard about neuro-vision therapy and wondered what it is. It’s a fairly new, innovative therapy that can improve focus, attention, and even balance and coordination in some cases.


After a Concussion

If you’ve ever suffered a concussion, you may be familiar with the dizziness and nausea that come with it. But did you know that many people affected by concussion also experience vision problems after their injury? What types of vision problems do they experience? And how can you help yourself recover? 


Light Therapy

Light therapy is a form of treatment that uses light to help treat various conditions. It’s been used for decades, and there are several different ways to administer it. Read on as an Annapolis, MD vision therapy optometrist discusses light therapy -what it is, how it works, and the different types of light therapy devices available today.


At What Age Should a Baby Have an Eye Exam?

Did you know that your baby’s eyes are fully developed by the time they’re born? It’s true! And their vision is pretty good, too. But just like adults, babies can have eye problems.


Developmental Vision Therapy

There are a lot of different vision problems that can affect a child’s educational experience and ability to develop naturally. Many of these problems are not about needing glasses for nearsightedness or farsightedness, but about the visual processing centers in the brain not working well together. 


Autism

Let’s face it: living with autism isn’t easy. It’s challenging and very different from living without autism. When you’re in an autistic child’s shoes, the world can be a confusing, scary place. 


Post-Concussion Syndrome

We all know that concussions are a serious medical condition, but did you know that they can also affect your vision? In fact, for some people, concussions can cause visual disturbances that last up to six months after the injury. Read on as an Annapolis, MD vision therapy optometrist discusses post-concussion syndrome and how vision therapy can help.


Does Vision Therapy Help With Dyslexia?

Dyslexia is a learning disability that makes it difficult for people to read and interpret words. People with dyslexia have trouble identifying the parts of words and understanding how different letters and groups of letters work together to make sounds.


Brain Tap Therapy

Have you ever struggled with focus, concentration, and motivation? Then you know it can impact every area of your life. BrainTap™ is a technology that’s based on scientific research into how our brains learn. It uses rhythmic entrainment and a series of patterns to help your brain process information faster and more efficiently.