METHOD and MATERIAL USED

Vision therapy is

• a progressive program of vision "exercises" or procedures;
• performed under optometrist/ therapist supervision;
• individualized to fit the visual needs of each patient;
• generally conducted in-therapeutic setting, in once or twice weekly sessions of 30 minutes to an hour;
• occasionally supplemented with procedures done at home ("home reinforcement" or "homework");
• depending on the case, the procedures are prescribed to:
• help patients develop or improve fundamental visual skills and abilities;
• improve visual comfort, ease, and efficiency;
• change how a patient processes or interprets visual information.
  
  

Many types of specialized and/or medical equipment can be used in Optometric Vision Therapy programs, such as:

• corrective lenses (regulated medical devices);
• therapeutic lenses (regulated medical devices);
• prism lenses (regulated medical devices);
• optical filters;
• occluders or eye patches
• electronic targets with timing mechanisms;
• computer software;
• metronomes
• balance boards (vestibular device)
• visual-motor-sensory integration training devices
  
  

The first step in any Vision Therapy program is a comprehensive vision examination. Following a thorough evaluation, a qualified vision care professional will advise the candidate as to whether Vision Therapy would be appropriate treatment.