NeuroVision Exam

How is Binocular Vision Dysfunction diagnosed?

While at least 20% of the population suffers from Binocular Vision Dysfunction, almost no one knows about this condition. To make matters more difficult, people suffering from BVD have a small amount of vision misalignment not found in a routine eye exam.

Dr. Carla Ericksen has completed advanced training in the evaluation and treatment of Binocular Vision Dysfunction. In addition to a comprehensive eye examination, she performs specialized NeuroVisual testing to evaluate subtle eye misalignment and determine whether therapeutic microprism lenses may be appropriate.

Some patients notice an improvement while trial lenses are being evaluated during the initial examination. Results vary according to the patient’s diagnosis, prescription and other health factors. Some patients notice an improvement while trial lenses are being evaluated during the initial examination. Results vary according to the patient’s diagnosis, prescription and other health factors. Properly prescribed therapeutic prism lenses may reduce visual strain and related symptoms for appropriately selected patients.

What tests are performed during a NeuroVisual™ Exam?

A comprehensive binocular vision assessment is the best way to find out if you have binocular vision dysfunction. A NeuroVisual™ trained eye doctor can successfully diagnose BVD through a specialty binocular vision exam designed to assess your entire visual and physical system. In addition to standard eye exam tests, the eye doctor will assess the following:

• Eye movement

• Eye teaming and tracking

• Eye focusing

• Binocular fusion

• Balance and gait stability

• Posture and neck alignment

• Visual convergence

• Visual-spatial awareness

• Blood pressure and heart rate

• Depth perception

Can I still have BVD with 20/20 vision?

Yes, patients can have both 20/20 vision and Binocular Vision Dysfunction. During a routine eye exam, each eye is checked individually, but patients are not regularly assessed for how well their two eyes work together. Patients who see 20/20 have a high level of acuity in each eye, but this measurement doesn’t tell us anything about how the patient’s two eyes are working together as a team (i.e.- binocular vision).

The thorough NeuroVisual™ Exams performed in our clinic evaluate patients’ binocular vision to determine what is causing their BVD symptoms and to custom fit microprism lenses to relieve these symptoms.

For more on binocular vision dysfunction or and to get tested for BVD, take the BVDQ™, our Free 5 Minute Self Test to find out if you have BVD.