It Could Be Your Eyes
Are you a parent who has been searching for answers to why your child is struggling academically? Have you been told that your child needs strabismus surgery or patching, and it just doesn’t feel right to you? Are you trying to set your kiddo with sensory needs up for success and feeling lost in the process? Have you suffered a brain injury or concussion and refuse to accept that these current limitations are your permanent “new normal”? My name is Dr. Juanita Collier and I am a Behavioral Optometrist with a private practice specializing in Vision Therapy, Rehabilitation, and Development. Through diving deep with my team, parents, patients, and professionals, we will uncover that vision may be the underlying cause of real life challenges in academics, work, sports, and daily life. While we often think 20/20 eyesight is perfect vision, vision actually takes place in the brain. And if there is any disconnect, any slight lack of coordination between the brain and the eyes, how you see what’s in front of you can be remarkably different than what’s actually there. Through this podcast, you will discover, that the challenges that you are facing may actually be stemming from a difficulty with how you’re seeing…It Could Be Your Eyes.
It Could Be Your Eyes
I Can See Fine, But Something Is Wrong With My Vision
"20/20 vision is only one piece of the puzzle—how well you process and respond to what you see is what truly impacts your daily life."
In this episode, we dive into the depth and importance of a comprehensive eye exam and how it differs from a standard 15-minute checkup. Dr. Collier explains why vision therapy is about much more than just clarity; it’s about how well your brain and eyes work together to process information and respond in real time.
We also cover the unique aspects of vision therapy at 4D Vision Gym:
- Detailed, In-Depth Exams: These exams go far beyond 20/20 vision, assessing visual processing, tracking, depth perception, and more.
- Specialized Programs for Athletes: Discover how the sensory station and targeted visual training enhance athletic performance and give athletes a competitive edge.
- Supporting Kids and Adults with Visual Challenges: Dr. Collier explains how vision therapy helps those struggling with reading, learning difficulties, and recovery from brain injuries.
Tune in to learn how vision therapy could be the answer for those who need more than a standard eye exam to improve their quality of life. If you’re curious about whether vision therapy could help you or a loved one, reach out to us to learn more!
In this episode you’ll hear about:
(00:00) Intro
(00:44) Understanding vision therapy and the 4D Vision Gym eye exam
(02:20) Beyond 20/20 vision
(03:41) Visual processing explained: what our kids go through
(06:29) Focusing power after a concussion
(07:39) Depth perception - 3D vision
(09:28) Processing
(10:26) Eye exams for athletes
(13:22) Dyslexia or reading difficulties?
(16:02) 4D Built to Read Digital Program
(16:52) Vision rehabilitation after stroke
(22:12) Visual field cuts on brain tumor and stroke patients
(24:12) Steps to schedule an eye exam
Check out our Digital Programs
- Start your FREE TRIAL today 4D Built to Read Digital Program
- Concussion Recovery
- Built to Drive
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