Dr. Len Press shares his article that he wrote in 2002 regarding the perceived disparity between ophthalmology’s view and optometry’s view of vision therapy. Now with more efficacy, like the convergence insufficiency study, optometric vision therapy continues to grow and expand! Click here to read the entire article from Dr. Len Press.
COVD Candidates for FCOVD, FCOVD-A, COVT
Dear friends & Optometric Colleagues, Please join me for a FREE conference call to help you prepare to complete the COVD Certification process in Oct. 2010. The call will include breathing strategies for relaxation, a visualization for preparation for any perceived stressful event (like the COVD interview!) and Q&A time. This opportunity has been presented […]
Stressed or Overwhelmed?
Free conference call with Dr. Lynn Hellerstein to successfully learn how to reduce test anxiety through visualization and relaxation strategies. Use the See It. Say It. Do It! strategy for peace, power & presence! When: Wed., Sept 22, 2010 7PM MDT (9PM EDT, 8PM CDT, 6PM PDT) All are welcome! Click here to register. Please […]
ADHD & Vision Problems Linked
Thanks to Dr. Dom Maino for reviewing the research: Please see: Granet DB, Gomi CF, Ventura R, Miller-Scholte AThe relationship between convergence insufficiency and ADHD.Strabismus. 2005 Dec;13(4):163-8. Thye abstract noted that”….Children being evaluated for attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) often have an eye exam as part of their evaluation. The symptoms of convergence insufficiency (CI) […]
Sports Vision Therapy at Hellerstein & Brenner Vision Center
Dr. Joe Borden, our associate at Hellerstein & Brenner Vision Center has been appointed as our Director of Sports Vision. Joe feels privileged to combine his passion for sports and knowledge of vision therapy to enhance the athelete’s’ performance Joe provides sports vision screenings for teams and individualized sports evaluations and vision therapy. He […]
Traumatic Brain Injury May be Classified as Chronic Disease
Many of us treat patients with traumatic brain injury. So often these patients present with complex symptoms and problems beyond the initial trauma. This article in the Science Daily helps to bridge the questions that arise with many of these patients. I know the blog entry is long, but interesting. ScienceDaily (Aug. 26, 2010) — “Traumatic […]
Convergence Insufficiency: The Private Eye Goes Public #4
Another great post from Dr. Len Press on Convergence Insufficiency: The Private Eye Goes Public #4. A short preview of Dr. Press’ blog entry: “Let’s briefly review the answers to the first three questions that Dr. Fortenbacher posed in part 1 of this investigative series, before addressing the final two points on why some doctors are […]
Twice Exceptional Kids
“Spotlight on 2e Series” include booklets on Twice Exceptional Children- Bright kids with learning issues. Many of these kids may also have ADD, sensory problems, vision issues, Asperger Syndrome, or other complications. The “Spotlight on 2e Series” will help you understand that great, gifted child with special needs you know… Help others understand that child… Or provide you with […]
Camp Experience-Don't Miss Out!
When was the last time you went to camp? I mean – played out doors, went hiking, 4 Wheeling, Fly fishing, ate like a queen, got free gifts, stayed in luxurous condos, had smores, heard motivational/wonderful/ inspirational women professional speakers? I first went to Camp 3 years ago-by myself, only knowing 1 person. I never […]
See It. Say It. Do It! Hits Vision Monday
Vision Monday, the optical Industries largest website featured COVD’s August is Vision & Learning Month and included a summary on See It. Say It. Do It! Click here to read the entire article.