If you or a loved one is experiencing a change in vision after a traumatic
brain injury, stroke, or other neurological condition, it may result in
a wide variety of symptoms—from a lack of balance or orientation
to blurred eyesight. A loss of vision can affect 35 different areas of
the brain, which in turn may cause other senses to function poorly, making
it especially challenging to carry out activities of daily living. Fortunately,
through advancements in optometric care, much can be done to alleviate
these symptoms.
The Casa Colina Neuro-Optometry Center is recommended for neurological
patients with:
Blurred, low, or double vision
Difficulty focusing
Visual field loss or visual neglect
Reading difficulties
Frequent headaches
Light sensitivity
Dizziness while moving or walking
Squinting or eye strain
Poor eye-hand coordination
Our doctors of optometry treat vision and perceptual problems common to
individuals with neurological impairments. They work closely with Casa
Colina's therapy staff and referring physicians to monitor each patient's
progress and make recommendations to help improve visual processing, sensory
input, and balance. The Casa Colina Neuro-Optometry Center team meets
regularly to review and discuss patients' care and progress to improve vision.
Team members include:
Doctors of optometry who focus on neuro-optometric care and rehabilitation
Physiatrists (doctors who specialize in physical medicine and rehabilitation)
Occupational therapists who specialize in neurological treatment with an
emphasis on low vision rehabilitation
Physical therapists who specialize in vestibular/balance retraining or
conditions
Other clinicians as needed for the individualized care of the patient
This unique program achieves optimal results through:
Specialized testing using state-of-the-art optometric equipment
Prescriptions for lenses, prisms, or filters to eliminate or reduce double
vision, blurry vision, and visual field loss
Individualized occupational therapy to increase visual-perceptual skills
Adaptive device training for low vision
Customized visual exercise program to improve visual processing
Assistive technology to compensate for visual problems
Referrals to community resources and education
After a complete assessment and consultation with the patient, our doctor
of optometry will provide a plan of care for the patient and treatment
will begin. By working together with referring physicians, vision and
perceptual deficits resulting from brain injuries or other neurological
conditions can often be minimized or completely eliminated.
