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Opto-Mization Optometry & Vision Therapy Blog: Eye Health Insights

Keep up to date on the latest vision-related news and vision therapy studies at Opto-mization.
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Informative Blog Posts on Eye Health and Vision Therapy

Why Some Children Read Well One Day and Struggle the Next: How Vision Consistency Affects Learning

January 9, 2026

Why Some Children Read Well One Day and Struggle the Next: How Vision Consistency Affects Learning

Many parents notice a confusing pattern when their child is learning to read. One day, reading seems smooth and confident.…

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When Vision Problems Look Like Anxiety: Understanding the Hidden Visual Stress

January 9, 2026

When Vision Problems Look Like Anxiety: Understanding the Hidden Visual Stress

Feeling overwhelmed, irritable, or anxious during everyday tasks is often assumed to be an emotional or psychological issue. Children may…

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Pediatric Vision Exams in Victoria: The Best Choice for Reading, Learning, and School Success

January 5, 2026

Pediatric Vision Exams in Victoria: The Best Choice for Reading, Learning, and School Success

Children rely on their vision far more than most parents realize. Almost every classroom task requires the eyes and brain…

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Pediatric Vision Exams in Nanaimo: Detecting Hidden Reading and Focus Problems Early

January 5, 2026

Pediatric Vision Exams in Nanaimo: Detecting Hidden Reading and Focus Problems Early

Children rely on their vision for almost every aspect of learning. Whether they are reading, writing, participating in class, or…

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Best Vision Therapy Clinic in Victoria: What to Look For and Why It Matters

January 5, 2026

Best Vision Therapy Clinic in Victoria: What to Look For and Why It Matters

Finding the right vision therapy clinic in Victoria can make a life-changing difference for children and adults who struggle with…

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Concussion Vision Therapy in Victoria: The Role of Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation

January 2, 2026

Concussion Vision Therapy in Victoria: The Role of Neuro-Optometric Rehabilitation

A concussion can change the way your brain processes visual information, even when imaging tests show everything is normal. Many…

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Best Vision Therapy Clinic in Victoria: What to Look For and Why It Matters

January 5, 2026

Best Vision Therapy Clinic in Victoria: What to Look For and Why It Matters

Finding the right vision therapy clinic in Victoria can make a life-changing difference for children and adults who struggle with…

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Why Opto-Mization Is One of the Best Vision Therapy Clinics on Vancouver Island: A Look at Quality, Care, and Results in Victoria and Nanaimo

January 2, 2026

Why Opto-Mization Is One of the Best Vision Therapy Clinics on Vancouver Island: A Look at Quality, Care, and Results in Victoria and Nanaimo

Vision affects almost every part of daily life. It guides how we read, work, move, balance, and process information. When…

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Eye Exams in Nanaimo for Digital Eye Strain: What Your Standard Test Might Miss

January 2, 2026

Eye Exams in Nanaimo for Digital Eye Strain: What Your Standard Test Might Miss

If you live in Nanaimo and spend long hours on a computer, tablet, or phone, you may already know how…

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December 29, 2025

Vision Therapy in Nanaimo: Your Guide to Choosing the Right Clinic

Vision therapy is becoming an essential service for families across Nanaimo. As more adults experience headaches, migraines, and digital eye…

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Why Functional Eye Exams Matter More Than Ever Before

November 24, 2025

Why Functional Eye Exams Matter More Than Ever Before

Modern life asks more of our eyes than ever before. From long workdays spent on screens to evenings scrolling or…

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Understanding Lazy Eye (Amblyopia): Beyond Patching and Into Vision Therapy

November 24, 2025

Understanding Lazy Eye (Amblyopia): Beyond Patching and Into Vision Therapy

Lazy eye, or amblyopia, is one of the most common vision conditions diagnosed in children, yet it is also one…

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

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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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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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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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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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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