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The role of Vision in our Sense of Balance

Today we're delving into a topic that sits at the intersection of two fascinating realms: vision and dizziness. As we embark on this exploration, let's unravel the intricate dance between our visual system and the disconcerting sensation of dizziness. The Visual Symphony: A Synchronized Performance Picture this:...

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Vision & Stroke: How does a stroke affect your vision?

Experts estimate that two-thirds of stroke survivors face challenges with their vision. Given that approximately 50-60% of our brain is dedicated to visual processing, this is not surprising. However, the impact of a stroke on vision can vary greatly, making individualized solutions for each person...

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10 Years of Vision Therapy in the Okanagan

10 Years of Vision Therapy in the Okanagan They often say that it’s easy to overestimate what can be achieved in a year, but underestimate what can be achieved in a decade. For us at Okanagan Vision Therapy, providing services like visual evaluations, offering eyeglass prescriptions,...

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Pediatric Optometry & Children’s Eye Exams

For many parents, the idea of having an eye exam for your infant may sound a little daunting. Which is clearer - one, or two? Not exactly a question a babbling baby would be equipped to answer. Fortunately for optometrists, technology exists that allows us...

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Light sensitivity
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Solutions for Light Sensitivity

It has been said that light sensitivity emerges from visual information one can neither organize nor ignore. Following head injury this sensitivity can often become debilitating, leading to challenges in artificially-lit indoor environments, busy visual scenes (such as while driving, or in a grocery store)...

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