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Rehabilitation at Hackensack Meridian Health

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Vision Therapy in New Jersey

We Can Improve Quality of Life for Patients with Vision Problems

Our occupational therapists provide vision therapy to patients who need to maintain or improve visual skills, visual processing, visual endurance and the ability to interpret visual information. The goal of vision therapy is to make visual tasks easier, more efficient and more comfortable for adult and pediatric patients. Vision therapy may improve quality of life for people who are living with conditions such as:

Concussion
Diabetes
Eye trauma
Glaucoma
Macular degeneration
Multiple sclerosis
Parkinson's Disease
Stroke
Traumatic brain injury
Parkinson’s disease

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When to Seek Vision Therapy

We care for patients who are experiencing the following problems with their vision:

Blurry vision
Difficulty reading
Difficulty tracking moving objects
Double vision
Eye fatigue
Eye strain
Light sensitivity
Missing vision/visual field cuts
Poor visual endurance
Problems with peripheral vision
Vision-induced headache or dizziness

Treatment Options for Vision Therapy

We offer a full range of services designed to help patients experiencing vision problems. These services include:

Environmental adaptations/modifications

Eye exercises/oculomotor exercises

Low vision aides

Oculomotor exercises

Peripheral awareness training

Scanning technique training

Specialized prism glasses

Vision evaluation

Visual perceptual activities

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Why Choose Hackensack Meridian Health for Vision Therapy

Excellence: Our vision therapy team includes board certified physical medicine and rehabilitation physicians and licensed occupational therapists, allowing patients to access a full range of treatments and services to meet their needs. Our specialists are leaders in vision therapy and follow the latest, evidence-based guidelines to develop treatment plans.
Patient Experience: Each patient’s vision therapy plan is highly personalized to address their symptoms, condition and environment.
Expertise: Our specialists are at the forefront of this new approach to treating vision problems.

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Patient Testimonials

“Vision guides daily function, and vision therapy can help to improve quality of life.”

Kathryn Tuazon, MS, OTR/L, an occupational therapist at JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute

“The eyes function through fine muscles, which are among the most overused in the body. Vision therapy can treat problems with these muscles, helping them to become stronger and work together properly.”

Kathryn Tuazon, MS, OTR/L, an occupational therapist at JFK Johnson Rehabilitation Institute

Frequently Asked Questions

What is vision therapy?

What conditions can vision therapy treat?

Who is a good candidate for vision therapy?

Vision therapy can benefit both children and adults. It is often recommended for:

Children who are struggling in school, have been diagnosed with developmental delays, or show symptoms associated with ADHD or dyslexia.
Adults who are experiencing vision problems after a concussion, stroke, or other acquired brain injury.
Anyone suffering from symptoms like double vision, eye strain, or headaches related to visual tasks.

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