Concussions

Recent research suggests that vision issues following a concussion can be highly prevalent, affecting up to 69% of individuals. These vision-related problems can be debilitating, significantly impacting a person’s ability to learn, work, and lead a normal life.

Fortunately, concussion-related functional vision problems can be effectively managed through specialized vision therapy programs.

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What Are Concussion-Related Functional Vision Problems?

Concussion-related functional vision issues occur when a head injury affects an individual’s ability to process visual information. Functional vision refers to the ability to move, align, and focus the eyes effectively to interpret the surrounding environment. The key visual skills impacted include:

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  • Eye Movements

    The ability to track moving objects and shift focus between different objects efficiently.

  • Eye Focusing

    The capability to clearly see objects, particularly those nearby, and adjust focus between objects at varying distances.

  • Eye Teaming

    The coordination of both eyes to focus on the same object, enabling the brain to merge two images into a single, three-dimensional perception.

Symptoms of Concussion-Related Vision Problems

Symptoms can vary among individuals who have suffered a concussion. However, some of the most common signs include:

Additionally, individuals with concussion-related vision problems may experience:

  • Spatial disorientation

  • Difficulty maintaining balance and posture

  • Impaired depth perception

  • Memory problems

  • Challenges with handwriting and coordination

  • Difficulty focusing

  • Eye strain

  • Fatigue

  • Headaches

  • Blurred vision (especially at close range)

  • Double vision

  • Poor eye tracking ability

  • Sensitivity to light or glare

  • Trouble maintaining visual contact

  • Difficulty shifting gaze quickly between objects

  • Misalignment of the eyes (loss of binocular vision)

Treatment for Post-Concussion Vision Problems

Each patient’s treatment plan is tailored based on the specific visual dysfunction diagnosed. At Nandadeep Eye Hospital, our expert team carefully evaluates every case and recommends the most suitable treatment approach, which may include:

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  • Eyeglasses

    Specially prescribed lenses designed to improve visual function and reduce symptoms.

  • Syntonic Phototherapy

    Many concussion patients exhibit an imbalance in their autonomic nervous system, which can negatively impact vision. Syntonic phototherapy, a non-invasive light therapy treatment, helps restore this balance, supporting the recovery of essential visual skills.

At Nandadeep Eye Hospital, we specialize in diagnosing and treating concussion-related vision problems, helping patients regain their visual function and improve their quality of life.

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Optom Sayan Mukherjee B.Optom. (WBU) , M. Optom. (NIMS, Rajasthan)

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B.Optom., M. Optom. Consultant Optometrist, Vision Therapy, Speciality Contact lens

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Optom Sayan Mukherjee B.Optom. (WBU) , M. Optom. (NIMS, Rajasthan)

Optom Sayan Mukherjee

B.Optom., M. Optom. Consultant Optometrist, Vision Therapy, Speciality Contact lens

BOOK APPOINTMENT