Convergence insufficiency (CI) is a common binocular vision disorder where the eyes struggle to work together when looking at nearby objects. This condition makes it difficult for the eyes to converge or turn inward, leading to various visual symptoms. CI can significantly impact children’s learning and daily activities, like reading and homework.
Learn from our eye care team about how CI can hinder your child’s learning and growth, and discover how our vision therapy can provide support.
Spot the Signs: How Convergence Insufficiency Affects Your Child
Symptoms of convergence insufficiency can affect academic performance and overall well-being in children. Common symptoms include:
- Double Vision: Difficulty merging the two images seen by each eye into a single image.
- Eye Strain: Discomfort and fatigue in the eyes, especially after prolonged reading or close work periods.
- Headaches: Frequent headaches, particularly after engaging in tasks that require close focus.
- Difficulty Reading: Skipping lines, losing place, or having trouble keeping track of words while reading.
- Blurred Vision: Intermittent blurriness when looking at close objects.
- Poor Concentration: Difficulty focusing on tasks, leading to reduced academic performance.
Children with these symptoms may find everyday tasks difficult and frustrating, causing them to avoid activities that require close vision. CI can affect their academic achievements, self-esteem, and social interactions. You’re just a few easy questions away from discovering if vision therapy could change your life.
Our Comprehensive Approach to Treating CI at Focus Eyecare
Our eye clinic specializes in diagnosing and treating convergence insufficiency, focusing on vision therapy. Vision therapy is a non-surgical treatment program designed to improve the coordination and function of the eyes. Here’s what it involves:
Our optometrists conduct thorough tests to diagnose convergence insufficiency during a binocular vision evaluation. We use specialized tests to assess how well your child’s eyes work together.
Customized Programs: Once diagnosed, we create individualized vision therapy plans tailored to your child’s specific needs. These programs have exercises and activities to teach the two eyes to work together.
Progress Monitoring: We regularly monitor your child’s progress and adjust the therapy plan as needed to ensure optimal results. This ongoing support helps achieve significant improvements in eye coordination and reduces symptoms.
Vision therapy has proven highly effective in treating convergence insufficiency, enabling children to enjoy better visual comfort and improved academic performance. By addressing the root cause of their symptoms, our specialized approach helps children regain confidence in their visual abilities.
Help Your Child Overcome Convergence Insufficiency
Convergence insufficiency can significantly affect a child’s life, but with the right diagnosis and treatment, they can overcome these challenges. Our vision therapy program focuses on delivering comprehensive care and effective vision therapy to help your child flourish.
Schedule an appointment with us if you think your child has convergence insufficiency. It’s the first step to better eye health and quality of life.