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Keep up-to-date on the latest vision-related news and eye care events in our Practice.

Understanding Non-Verbal Learning Disorder (NVLD) and the Role of Vision Therapy

Non-Verbal Learning Disorder (NVLD) is a condition that is starting to receive more attention, particularly in light of Vice President Walz's public discussion about his son's NVLD. This spotlight is helping to bring awareness to this complex disorder and its challenges.

Back to School: The Importance of Vision Evaluations for Children

Ensure your child's academic success with comprehensive vision evaluations and myopia management by developmental optometrists Dr. Neil Margolis and Dr. Michael DeStefano at Visual Symptoms Treatment Center.

How Can Children Wear Contacts Overnight and Not During the Day?

Ortho-K lenses, available at Visual Symptoms Treatment Center, allow children to wear contacts overnight, offering safe and effective myopia control under the care of Dr. Neil Margolis and Dr. Michael DeStefano.

Understanding Visual Snow Syndrome | [tokens name=’location’}

Visual Snow Syndrome, characterized by persistent visual disturbances, is managed at the Visual Symptoms Treatment Center through neuro-optometric rehabilitation and lifestyle modifications.

A Mom Shares Her Daughter’s Remarkable Transformation Through Vision Therapy

From Shannon P.: I am thrilled to share my daughter's incredible experience at the Visual Symptoms Treatment Center. From the moment we stepped into their office, we knew we were in good hands. The team at the center addressed our concerns about our 8-year-old daughter's reading difficulties and visual symptoms...

5 Benefits of Vision Therapy for Children’s Development | Vision Therapy in Arlington Heights

Vision is critical for learning and navigating the world around us. However, not all children have perfect vision, and some may need additional support to develop their visual skills. That's where vision therapy comes in.

Can Hitting Your Head Cause Blurred Vision?

Is your vision blurred, or do you experience other vision problems following your head injury? A Neuro-Optometrist near you will tailor a treatment program to help you see clearly again.

Can Your Vision Change After a Concussion?

A blow to the head can badly disrupt the connection between your brain and your eyes and cause problems like blurry or double vision and sensitivity to light. Fortunately, a neuro-optometrist can treat your concussion-related visual symptoms.

Do You See Better When You Tilt or Turn Your Head?

A head tilt or turn isn’t just a physical quirk. It can be a sign of a vision problem that may have a neurological basis. If turning or tilting your head helps you see better, schedule an eye exam with a neuro-optometrist to identify the underlying cause.

4 Reasons Why 3D Vision is So Important

3D vision plays a key role in our ability to safely and securely navigate many facets of our everyday lives. We’ve compiled our top 4 reasons why 3D vision is so important.

Screen Time Can Lead To Eye Strain And Convergence Insufficiency In Children

With an increase in online learning comes an increase in digital eye strain and convergence insufficiency, two conditions that can be effectively treated with vision therapy.

4 Reasons Why Your Child May Be Refusing to Read

Children whose visual skills aren’t fully developed find it difficult and frustrating to read. Learn why your child may not want to read, and how vision therapy can help.

Can Myopia be Cured?

Myopia (nearsightedness) is the most common refractive error in children. While glasses and contact lenses can help correct a person’s vision, they don’t cure or slow the progression of myopia.

3 Visual Skills That Can Make You a Better Athlete

Want to become a better athlete? Look no further! Here are 3 essential visual skills you need to take your game to the next level.

Why Myopia Is Much More Than An Inconvenience

Is your child nearsighted (myopic)? Here’s what you need to know about myopia and how it can lead to sight-threatening eye disease in the future.

The Importance of Binocular Vision in Sports

To succeed at their game, athletes need excellent binocular vision. Find out how sports vision training can improve their visual skills and boost their performance, no matter their sport.

Should My Child See An Occupational Therapist Or A Vision Therapist?

While occupational therapy and vision therapy have some similarities, they are actually very different. Read on to learn about their differences, and find out whether you should have your child see a vision therapist.

Prism Glasses for Post-Concussion Patients

Concussions affect the visual system by disrupting communication between the eyes and the brain. Prism eyeglasses may offer relief from the debilitating symptoms that concussions can cause.

How Can I Putt Like Tiger Woods and Jack Nicklaus?

Sports vision training entails exercises and techniques to improve the visual skills needed to become a better golfer. Putting — hitting a golf ball with a light stroke — requires a variety of visual skills, including hand-eye coordination and the ability to precisely judge distances. These techniques can be practiced away from the golf course to attain success on the golf course.

Why You Shouldn’t Rub Your Eyes

We all instinctively rub our eyes, whether we're tired, our eyes are itchy or when something gets stuck in them. However, did you know that doing so poses a threat to your eye health and can potentially lead you to contract COVID-19? Read on to learn why eye doctors instruct people to avoid rubbing their eyes.

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