Binocular Vision Dysfunction
The ability to see is a remarkable function of the human body. However, debilitating symptoms such as blurred vision, headaches, dizziness, anxiety, and balance problems can significantly impact daily life.
What most people do not realize is these symptoms could due to a condition called Binocular Vision Dysfunction (BVD), where the eyes struggle to work together to create a single, clear image.
Approximately 10 to 20 percent of the world’s population suffers from BVD. These patients often see multiple specialists but still find no relief.
At Monocle Eye Care & Eyewear Gallery, we diagnose and treat BVD, raising awareness among doctors, optometrists, ophthalmologists, physical and occupational therapists, and other healthcare providers who may not be familiar with this condition.
What is BVD?
Binocular Vision Dysfunction occurs when the eyes have difficulty working together, leading to image misalignment. The body compensates by overusing and severely straining the eye muscles.
In normal binocular vision, the eyes work in perfect sync to send a clear image to the brain. In BVD, the eyes are not synchronized, making it hard to see one clear image. Even subtle misalignments, often undetectable in routine eye exams, can cause debilitating symptoms.
The Patient Experience
Despite affecting 10% to 20% of the population, Binocular Vision Dysfunction is not widely known. Patients often have minor vision vision misalignments not found in routine eye exams. Our micro-prism lenses help patients regain their quality of life immediately.
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Dr. Flaherty, trained under Dr. Debby Feinberg of the NeuroVisual Medicine Institute, specializes in diagnosing and treating BVD. Dr. Feinberg and her team have treated over 10,000 patients with this condition.
What Doctors Have To Say About BVD
Our network of referring medical professionals has helped enhance the understanding BVD. Research shows that patients are often treated for symptoms rather than the root cause, which may be their eyes, leading to misdiagnosis and ineffective treatments.
When our micro-prism lenses, the average patient experiences an 80% reduction of symptoms by the end of treatment.
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