For decades, vision therapy has been [recognized] as an effective treatment for children with visual problems like strabismus (crossed eyes), amblyopia (lazy eye), and visual processing disorders. Studies show that many children with learning disabilities also have visual issues that can make it even more difficult to learn. And sometimes, visual problems are misdiagnosed as ADHD or a learning disability because they share some of the same symptoms. To determine whether your child has a visual problem in addition to a learning disability – or whether that visual problem is mimicking a learnin ..read more

While a car accident can impact our lives in an instant, its effects on our eyes and vision may not be detected until later. That’s why it’s important to be aware of the ways a concussion — a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) — caused by a car collision can affect the eyes. If you or a loved one has experienced a TBI, make an appointment with Dr. Debbie Luk at as soon as possible. If a problem is detected, you may benefit from vision therapy, a program designed to strengthen the visual system and help recover visual skills. How Often Do Concussions and Vision Problems Occur After Collisions ..read more

It’s not uncommon for parents to encounter behavioral problems in their children at some point in time. While there may be many reasons for a child acting out or being inattentive, research has shown that poor visual skills can contribute to behavioral issues in children. That’s because visual deficits, such as poor eye teaming and double vision, might contribute to your kid’s distractibility, hyperactivity, and frustration. Fortunately, a personalized vision therapy program at Vision Therapy Institute of Calgary in can help strengthen any poor visual skills and give your child the confidence ..read more

Vision plays an important role in skiing performance. By incorporating sports vision exercises into your training, you can improve your eye muscle strength, visual processing speed, and overall ski performance. These exercises can also improve your depth perception and spatial awareness on the mountain, which will enable you to make quicker, more accurate decisions and stay safe on the slopes. To learn more about sports vision training and to discover ways to strengthen your visual skills, contact Vision Therapy Institute of Calgary in today. To Be a Top-Notch Skier, You Need Top-Notch Visual ..read more

Whether you’re an amateur soccer enthusiast or the next Cristiano Ronaldo, you know how important it is to physically and mentally get yourself in shape. Unfortunately, vision’s crucial role in being a successful athlete is often overlooked. Being able to track a soccer ball in motion, see players at the edge of your visual field and react in a split second requires top-notch visual skills. When even one visual skill is deficient, it can negatively affect your sports performance. The good news is that sports vision training can help athletes improve the visual skills they need to play soccer a ..read more

Are your post-concussion symptoms still bothering you weeks, months or even years after your concussion? If that’s the case, you’re not alone. Following a brain injury, up to 90% of patients develop vision problems. If you or a loved one has experienced a brain injury and is struggling with visual problems, contact Vision Therapy Institute of Calgary in today. We can help. What is a Concussion? A concussion is a type of traumatic brain injury (TBI) caused by a blow, bump or jolt to the head that causes the head and brain to move back and forth rapidly. This movement causes brain tissue to shif ..read more

Everyone gets headaches. Most of the time they’re mild and go away before you know it. But sometimes they hit you like a ton of bricks and cause your vision to become blurry. Cluster headaches and migraines are notorious for producing temporary changes in vision during an episode. But did you know that visual problems can cause headaches and migraines or make them worse? At in , we offer relief to patients who suffer from vision-related headaches and other visual problems related to neurological issues. Can Visual Problems Cause Headaches? Absolutely! Headaches can result from an untreated vis ..read more

Some kids find school easy, while others struggle to keep up with their peers in school, both academically and socially. They may also have trouble following instructions and completing tasks. Moreover, ‘slow learners’ often have low self-esteem and may avoid reading and participating in sports. If your child appears to be struggling in school, it’s easy to assume that the problem is linked to ADHD or a learning disability. What many may not realize is that problems with the visual system often mimic ADHD and learning disabilities. The only way to rule out or determine whether your child has a ..read more

Few sports are as physically and visually demanding as hockey. Hitting or blocking a puck moving as fast as 100 MPH requires split-second timing, which relies on your brain and body’s ability to instantly react to what your eyes are seeing. So does your ability to accurately track the rapid movements of your team’s players and opponents. Failing to accurately perceive and process the visual cues around you can result in defeat on the ice and more importantly, a serious injury. If you’re one of the many people whose reaction time on the rink needs improvement, don’t despair. At Vision Therapy I ..read more

If you ever received a bad report card as a child, you know how frustrating it can be. You likely experienced the feeling that you weren’t as smart as your classmates or that you’d never be a good student. Parents often feel that same sense of hurt when their children aren’t reaching their full potential at school, despite their best efforts to learn. While it’s easy for children and parents to get discouraged, there’s something you should know: many children struggle in school because of undetected vision problems that hinder their ability to read, learn and even play sports. In many cases, v ..read more