Crossed eyes and lazy eye are two of the most easily recognizable eye conditions. These issues are mostly found in children; however, when left untreated, they can become a permanent condition in adult eyes, impacting both how you look and how you see. Because these conditions appear similarly, some people have a hard time telling […]
Making a doctor’s appointment is no one’s favorite thing to do. First of all, calling the office to check for availability or navigating online scheduling tools is a chore. Then, there’s the anxiety about actually showing up for an appointment and undergoing a series of tests. And that’s not to mention the worry about what […]
If you’ve been diagnosed with a refractive error, such as hyperopia, myopia, or astigmatism, it’s more than likely that you’ve also been prescribed corrective lenses. And, sometimes, corrective lenses have their place and make sense. However, our longtime readers know that our first move at Rebuild Your Vision is always going to be to suggest […]
The difference between regular vs behavioral optometry is, as you might expect, a big one. However, despite this significant difference, the exact nature of behavioral optometry is not well understood. If you haven’t heard of this type of optometry before, you’re not alone. Like vision science, behavioral optometry is a growing field. And, complicating the matter […]
Perhaps one of the best societal developments of the 21st century is that therapy in general has become more mainstream. More people than ever are seeking out professional psychological help for mental health issues, to the point that many licensed therapists have a waitlist. One type of therapy that hasn’t become so mainstream (yet!) is […]
One thing that the vast majority of parents have in common is that they want their children to thrive. Keeping up with the recommended appointment schedule for the pediatrician and the dentist is often a no-brainer. However, many parents unfortunately stop there. After all, who wants to add another appointment to the schedule, especially when […]
Proficient math skills are a necessity of everyday life and an essential part of any child’s development. Without good basic math skills, adult life has the potential to be more difficult than it needs to be. Unfortunately, the percentage of people with lower-than-average math skills is very high in the United States, and this has […]
We all want the best for our kids. We try to feed them healthy foods, take them to the doctor annually, get them involved in activities that are good for them – the list goes on. Of course, one of the most important things we can do for our kids is take care of their […]
Vision therapy may sound like an easy ‘yes!’ After all, who wouldn’t want to try a non-invasive, no-prescription-needed technique to help strengthen and heal your vision. Unfortunately, for some people, it’s not that simple. Vision therapy is much more controversial than you may have thought. Vision therapy is a way to treat eye ailments and […]
Behavioral optometry is a growing field. As a result, many people have never heard of it. If you’re one of them, you’re not alone! However, as part of the Rebuild Your Vision family, you are already contributing to this burgeoning field. This growing subspecialty of optometry uses vision therapy to expand vision care. You see, […]
