Vision is pivotal to a child's development and in turn, their academic experience. Research shows that around 80% of classroom learning relies on visual input. However, it's also estimated that 25% of school-aged children have vision problems significant enough to impact their academic performance.
Oftentimes we see how the overlap between undiagnosed vision issues and learning are mistaken for learning difficulties. At Excel Eyecare OD PA, we specialize in pediatric eye care and how vision affects learning and use this to get to the crux of your child’s challenges in the classroom.
Demystifying Undiagnosed Vision Issues and Learning Difficulties
Common signs of vision-related learning difficulties include:
- Skipping lines or losing place while reading
- Poor reading comprehension
- Avoidance of near work or reading
- Frequent headaches or eye strain
These issues often go unnoticed because children may not realize their vision is impaired, leading to misdiagnoses of learning disabilities or behavioral problems.
How Excel Eyecare OD PA Can Help
At Excel Eyecare OD PA, we offer comprehensive eye examinations tailored to detect not just clarity of sight but also how the eyes work together—a crucial aspect often overlooked in standard screenings.
Our services include:
- Pediatric Eye Exams: Thorough assessments to identify refractive errors and binocular vision issues.
- Vision Therapy: Customized programs designed to improve eye coordination, focusing abilities, and visual processing skills.
- Educational Support: Collaboration with parents and educators to implement strategies that support the child's learning needs.
For more complex cases we can run additional tests which would include accommodation, binocular vision, and ocular motility testing. Depending on our findings of these tests our team may recommend further testing, either in our office or with a child’s vision and/or vision development specialist.
By addressing these visual challenges, our eye doctors work to bolster your child's ability to read, write, and engage confidently in the classroom. If need be, we can also fit your young one for special reading glasses to facilitate their academic experience.
Take the First Step Toward Better Learning
Early detection and intervention are key to preventing long-term academic difficulties. If your child exhibits signs of vision-related learning issues, schedule an appointment with Excel Eyecare OD PA in Charlotte. Together, we can pave the way for a brighter educational future.