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.

Essential Insights and Updates from Our Vision Care Blog Posts

June 30, 2025

Meet Lindsay Morton – Now Offering Expert Optical Care Full-Time in Nanaimo

28 Years of Optical Experience. Personalized Eyewear Solutions. Now Supporting Opto-Mization Patients on Vancouver Island. We’re excited to share that…

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June 30, 2025

Thank You, Victoria – From the Team at Opto-Mization

We’re Grateful for Your Support in the 31st Annual Best of the City Awards Voting for the 31st Annual Best…

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Vision-Related Migraines and Dizziness: Understanding the Missing Link Between Your Eyes and Your Brain

June 30, 2025

Vision-Related Migraines and Dizziness: Understanding the Missing Link Between Your Eyes and Your Brain

Migraines. Dizziness. Visual auras. Sensitivity to light and motion. For many patients across Victoria, Nanaimo, and Vancouver Island, these symptoms…

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Struggling with Reading in BC? How Vision Therapy Helps Children Learn and Thrive

June 30, 2025

Struggling with Reading in BC? How Vision Therapy Helps Children Learn and Thrive

Across British Columbia, many children are falling behind in reading, writing, and attention, not because of a lack of intelligence…

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Everyday Eye Safety: How to Prevent Accidents and Protect Your Vision at Home

June 25, 2025

Everyday Eye Safety: How to Prevent Accidents and Protect Your Vision at Home

Your home may feel like the safest place in the world, but it’s also where more than half of all…

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How Eye Tracking Affects Learning: What Parents Should Know

June 21, 2025

How Eye Tracking Affects Learning: What Parents Should Know

Many children across British Columbia struggle in school, not because of a lack of effort or intelligence, but because of…

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Struggling with Reading in BC? How Vision Therapy Helps Children Learn and Thrive

June 30, 2025

Struggling with Reading in BC? How Vision Therapy Helps Children Learn and Thrive

Across British Columbia, many children are falling behind in reading, writing, and attention, not because of a lack of intelligence…

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Vision Therapy in Nanaimo: How Opto-Mization Is Changing Lives Through Functional Vision Care

May 29, 2025

Vision Therapy in Nanaimo: How Opto-Mization Is Changing Lives Through Functional Vision Care

When you hear the term “eye doctor,” you might immediately think of glasses, contact lenses, or a standard eye chart.…

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How to Find the Best Eye Doctor in Victoria, BC — What Sets Us Apart at Opto-Mization

May 29, 2025

How to Find the Best Eye Doctor in Victoria, BC — What Sets Us Apart at Opto-Mization

If you’re looking for the Best Eye Doctor in Victoria, BC, you probably want more than just a routine eye…

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Help with Reading Problems in Nanaimo: What Functional Vision Care Can Reveal

May 21, 2025

Help with Reading Problems in Nanaimo: What Functional Vision Care Can Reveal

When a child struggles with reading, the first assumptions are often academic or behavioural, perhaps it’s a learning disability, ADHD,…

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Stylized eye surrounded by playful shapes and symbols, representing Opto-Mization Optometry's focus on vision exploration.

July 19, 2024

Fun Home-Based Activities to Strengthen Your Child’s Vision

Although 20/20 clarity is important, it’s not enough. You see, the visual system is made up of the eyes and…

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March 9, 2024

Who is a Candidate for Vision Therapy

It may be difficult to understand that someone can see very clearly yet experience vision-related challenges. But that’s the reality…

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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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Eye graphic and brain illustration for vision therapy at Opto-Mization Optometry, showcasing technology and data analysis.

July 18, 2024

NeuroLens and NeuroLenses

Looking for Neurolens?  You want to find out if the Neurolenses are better than prism glasses prescribed by an optometrist, and…

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March 9, 2024

Vision Problems and Autism

Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a range of childhood developmental conditions characterized by social, behavioural and communication deficits. About 1…

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March 9, 2024

Third Cranial Nerve Palsy

There are 12 pairs of cranial nerves that control most head and neck functions. These functions include swallowing, facial sensations,…

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March 9, 2024

Why Visit a Developmental Optometrist?

There are optometrists, and then there are optometrists with training in a certain area of eye health. Just as in…

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February 21, 2023

Concussions: A Hidden Cause of Vision Difficulties

Concussions are a common injury, caused by a blow to the head that results in the brain colliding with the…

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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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