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Vision Care Insights and Updates from Opto-Mization Blog

Keep up to date on the latest vision-related news and vision therapy studies at Opto-mization.
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Essential Insights and Updates from Our Vision Care Blog Posts

Child with pigtails holding a sign that reads "HELP!" while resting her head on a desk, surrounded by school supplies and a laptop, illustrating the challenges faced by children with dyslexia and ADHD.

October 7, 2025

Hidden Vision Problems in Children with Dyslexia and ADHD

At Opto-Mization, we meet many families who come to us after their child has been diagnosed with dyslexia or ADHD,…

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Man in yellow sweatshirt holding his head, experiencing headache and discomfort, relating to post-concussion vision symptoms and treatment options for headaches and migraines.

October 7, 2025

Post-Concussion Vision Symptoms: Dizziness, Headaches, and Screen Intolerance

Why Recovery Often Feels Incomplete Concussions are often described as “mild” brain injuries, but anyone who has lived through one…

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Child smiling and pointing at eye chart during an eye exam, highlighting pediatric vision care at Opto-Mization Optometry.

October 7, 2025

Best Eye Doctor for Kids in Victoria: A Parent’s Guide

Finding the right eye doctor for your child is one of the most important steps you can take for their…

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Adult patient undergoing an eye exam with an optometrist using a slit lamp, highlighting vision care and eye health services at Opto-Mization Optometry & Vision Therapy.

October 7, 2025

Adult Vision Therapy in Victoria: Relief for Headaches, Reading Fatigue, and Eye Strain

Why So Many Adults Live With Unexplained Symptoms Many adults deal with daily discomforts they assume are normal. Headaches after…

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Diagnostic form with the diagnosis of presbyopia, glasses, and a book, representing vision care and eye health.

October 7, 2025

Presbyopia Eye Drops and Small Pupils: The Benefits, the Trade-Offs, and the Truth Your Eyes Deserve

By Dr. Cameron McCrodan, OD, FCOVD – Opto-Mization Optometry & Vision Therapy, Victoria & Nanaimo, BC Why I Approach Presbyopia…

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Couple wearing stylish sunglasses outdoors, enjoying the sun, representing eye protection and comfort, relevant to prescription sunglasses and vision care in Victoria.

October 6, 2025

Prescription Sunglasses in Victoria: Protecting Your Eyes with Comfort and Style

More Than a Fashion Accessory Sunglasses are often treated as an afterthought, a stylish extra to throw in the car…

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Child with pigtails holding a sign that reads "HELP!" while resting her head on a desk, surrounded by school supplies and a laptop, illustrating the challenges faced by children with dyslexia and ADHD.

October 7, 2025

Hidden Vision Problems in Children with Dyslexia and ADHD

At Opto-Mization, we meet many families who come to us after their child has been diagnosed with dyslexia or ADHD,…

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Learning
Read More
Man in yellow sweatshirt holding his head, experiencing headache and discomfort, relating to post-concussion vision symptoms and treatment options for headaches and migraines.

October 7, 2025

Post-Concussion Vision Symptoms: Dizziness, Headaches, and Screen Intolerance

Why Recovery Often Feels Incomplete Concussions are often described as “mild” brain injuries, but anyone who has lived through one…

Vision Care
Learning
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Child smiling and pointing at eye chart during an eye exam, highlighting pediatric vision care at Opto-Mization Optometry.

October 7, 2025

Best Eye Doctor for Kids in Victoria: A Parent’s Guide

Finding the right eye doctor for your child is one of the most important steps you can take for their…

Vision Care
Learning
Read More
Adult patient undergoing an eye exam with an optometrist using a slit lamp, highlighting vision care and eye health services at Opto-Mization Optometry & Vision Therapy.

October 7, 2025

Adult Vision Therapy in Victoria: Relief for Headaches, Reading Fatigue, and Eye Strain

Why So Many Adults Live With Unexplained Symptoms Many adults deal with daily discomforts they assume are normal. Headaches after…

Vision Care
Learning
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Diagnostic form with the diagnosis of presbyopia, glasses, and a book, representing vision care and eye health.

October 7, 2025

Presbyopia Eye Drops and Small Pupils: The Benefits, the Trade-Offs, and the Truth Your Eyes Deserve

By Dr. Cameron McCrodan, OD, FCOVD – Opto-Mization Optometry & Vision Therapy, Victoria & Nanaimo, BC Why I Approach Presbyopia…

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Child wearing glasses smiling and adjusting eyewear in front of an eye chart, emphasizing pediatric eye exams and vision care at Opto-Mization.

September 10, 2025

Vision Therapy for Convergence Insufficiency: What Parents Need to Know

At Opto-Mization, one of the most common conditions we see in both children and adults is convergence insufficiency. Research shows…

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Rainbow arching over green hills and houses, with mountains in the background, illustrating the theme of vision and clarity in eye health.

September 26, 2025

Diplopia in Adults: How Prism Lenses and Therapy Restore Comfortable Vision

Understanding Double Vision Double vision, clinically known as diplopia, is more than just a visual inconvenience. For many adults, it…

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Child playing with building blocks, focusing on stacking letters, illustrating developmental activities related to vision and autism.

September 26, 2025

Vision and Autism: How Hidden Eye Problems Affect Kids on the Spectrum

For parents of children on the autism spectrum, daily life is filled with questions, therapies, and decisions. You work tirelessly…

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Close-up of a human eye reflecting a cityscape, emphasizing vision and eye health, relevant to optometry and vision therapy discussions.

August 19, 2025

Eye Teaming and Depth Perception: Why 20/20 Isn’t the Whole Story

At Opto-Mization, we often meet patients who tell us, “But my child sees 20/20. How can vision be the problem?”…

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Woman assisting child with learning activity, emphasizing vision therapy and educational support.

August 7, 2025

Vision Therapy vs Tutoring: When the Problem Isn’t Learning

When a child begins to struggle in school, especially with reading, writing, or focus, many parents assume the next step…

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Woman in red robe experiencing dizziness and headache, highlighting vision-related balance issues.

July 22, 2025

Dizziness and Balance Problems in Adults: When Vision Is the Hidden Cause

Dizziness can be one of the most unsettling sensations a person experiences. Whether it’s a persistent light-headedness, a sense of…

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Illustration of justice scales and eyes, symbolizing fairness and observation in vision therapy at Opto-Mization.

July 30, 2024

Do You See Better When You Tilt or Turn Your Head?

Do you find that you need to tilt or turn your head to see better? This is known as an…

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November 15, 2023

Unlocking Your Child’s Potential: The Locke’s Story of Vision, Vigilance and Victory Over Learning Challenges

First Signs: Recognizing Trouble in Mitchell’s Vision James and Lisa Locke’s journey with their son Mitchell’s vision challenges reads like…

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November 28, 2021

A profound review of Vision Therapy from one of our patients ? Marsha R.

For you to understand the gratitude I have to Dr McCrodan and the neurovision therapists and staff of the Opto-mization…

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