Alderwood Vision Therapy Center, PLLC

At Alderwood Vision Therapy Center, PLLC we have a unique emphasis on testing, diagnosing and treating of learning related vision problems. We are a full scope optometric practice located in the Seattle-Metro area, dedicated to providing the highest quality vision care to patients of all ages, in a friendly, comfortable and professional atmosphere. We are concerned with prevention, treatment, remediation, and enhancement of the visual system for children and adults to achieve optimal function. With our highly trained staff and state of the art equipment, Alderwood Vision Therapy Center, PLLC is committed to go beyond “20/20” to transform lives through vision.

There's more to healthy vision than 20/20 eyesight!

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HAVE YOU NOTICED ANY OF THE FOLLOWING?

If so, see the first step.

BEHAVIORAL SIGNS

Rubs eyes frequently

Eye turns in or out at any time

Squints or blinks excessively

Headaches in forehead or temple

Closes or covers an eye

Turns or tilts head to use one eye

Moves head back and forth while reading (instead of moving eyes)

Holds book very close to eyes

Posture is unnatural when reading or writing

LEARNING/ATTENTION SPAN

Avoids close work

Performs below potential

Homework takes hours and hours when it shouldn’t

Has short attention span, is quickly bored, day dreams and doesn’t pay attention

Becomes quickly fatigued while reading

Repeatedly confuses left and right directions

READING SKILLS

Omits or confused small words while reading

Whispers to self while reading silently

Looses place often or uses finger to keep place

Reverses letter or words in reading and copying (after 1st grade)

Sees double

Words become blurred while reading

COORDINATION

Trips and stumbles repeatedly, poor balance

Poor eye-hand coordination

Awkward and clumsy when climbing, throwing, tying, etc.

Well coordinated, yet has trouble with games such as soccer and tennis.

What is the first step?

If you suspect a vision problem, the first step is to schedule a comprehensive visual examination to evaluate the basic visual skills necessary for good visual performance. Further testing may be done to evaluate specific areas necessary for efficient academic performance. Upon completion of a thorough evaluation, we will determine what your visual needs are. If necessary, an individualized program of lenses, visual hygiene and/or vision therapy will be developed to meet your specific needs and goals. Contact Us

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