Binocular vision dysfunction (BVD) is a complex but often overlooked condition that significantly impacts visual comfort and quality of life. For those unfamiliar, BVD occurs when the eyes fail to align and work together as a single, cohesive team. This misalignment creates strain and confusion...
The intricate connection between the eyes and the brain is facilitated by twelve pairs of cranial nerves. Of these, three are crucial to eye movement: the oculomotor nerve (cranial nerve III), the trochlear nerve (cranial nerve IV), and the abducens nerve (cranial nerve VI). When...
Visual Snow Syndrome (VSS) is a relatively rare yet life-altering neurological condition that presents with persistent static-like disturbances across the visual field. Imagine looking at an old television set without a signal – the constant flicker of tiny dots covering everything you see. For patients...
Dr. Rollett was honored to join Dr. Harbir Sian on Canada's #1 Optometry podcast. The two discussed vision therapy and explored the intricacies of prescribing glasses to optimize visual function. We hope you enjoy the conversation! [vc_raw_html css=".vc_custom_1722020580145{margin-top: 3rem !important;}"]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[/vc_raw_html] Chat Highlights: Dr. Paul Rollett of Okanagan Vision...
Selecting the right eyeglasses for children involves balancing practicality, comfort, and style. As a parent, ensuring your child has the correct prescription, durable lenses, and frames they enjoy wearing can be challenging. This guide will walk you through the essential factors to consider when choosing...
Concussions, a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI), can have lasting effects on various aspects of cognitive and physical health, including vision. Symptoms such as headaches, dizziness, sensitivity to light, and difficulty focusing are common among those recovering from a concussion. Concussion glasses, also known...
In this special release issue of the Faces of Kelowna (Kelowna Now), Dr. Rollett discusses the work his clinic has done over the past decade here in our city. Read the full article here. Dr. Paul Rollett of Okanagan Vision Therapy emphasizes that vision is learned...
It’s an exciting day for us at Okanagan Vision Therapy, as we unveil the publishing of our very own Dr. Kelly Wawryk’s article on the use of therapeutic prism glasses for patients with post-concussion syndrome. This article discusses the use of a therapeutic tool called microprism...
In the realm of human perception, the eyes play a paramount role. Among their many functions, the ability to execute rapid, precise eye movements, known as saccades, is crucial for efficient visual processing. Saccadic eye movements allow us to quickly shift our gaze from one...
Today, let's delve into an often overlooked aspect of concussion recovery - Vision Therapy. We will study the connection between the brain and the eyes to understand how Vision Therapy helps. Understanding Concussions and Their Effects Concussions, also known as mild brain injuries, impact the brain's normal...