How Do I Know if Rehabilitation is Right for Me?

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Optometric neuro-rehabilitation is designed for individuals experiencing visual deficits due to neurological conditions, traumatic brain injuries, or physical disabilities. It focuses on retraining the brain to improve eye function through specialized exercises, lenses, and therapeutic techniques.

You might consider neuro-optometric rehabilitation if you experience:

  • Double vision or difficulty focusing
  • Tracking and scanning problems that affect reading or daily tasks
  • Dizziness, nausea, or spatial disorientation
  • Difficulty walking or maintaining posture
  • Visual neglect (lack of response to stimuli in part of your visual field)
  • Poor depth perception or frequent bumping into objects

A neuro-optometrist can assess your symptoms and determine if this therapy is suitable for you. If you’re dealing with vision challenges after a brain injury or neurological condition, it might be worth exploring.

Other Trajectories of Care

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Breathing

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Light

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Circadian Rhythm

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Metabolism/Nutrition

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Emotional/Behavioral Health

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Who Benefits from Vision Therapy

Struggle with reading

Lose your place, reverse letters, or avoid reading tasks

Have trouble focusing or remembering

Difficulty processing visual info or staying on task.

Feel dizzy or off balance

Especially after injury or screen use.

Suspect retained reflexes

In younger kids or adults with sensory/motor delays.

Self-Check:

  • Do I have 20/20 eyesight but still struggle with everyday tasks?

  • Do I avoid reading, feel clumsy, or get tired easily when using my eyes?

  • Has a concussion or injury left me feeling “off,” even months later?

If you said yes to any of these, vision therapy might be the missing link.