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If you’re not familiar with binocular vision dysfunction and other neurovisual disorders, all the information about signs, symptoms, causes and treatments can get pretty confusing. If you’ve recently learned about binocular vision dysfunction (BVD) or vertical heterophoria, and think you may be experiencing symptoms of either, our informative YouTube videos can help clear things up for you.

Our testimonial videos will help you know that you’re not alone with your symptoms! Here is a synopsis of a few of the informational videos Dr. Israeloff has made to help current and potential patients.

Systems That Affect Our Balance

In this video, Dr. Israeloff talks about the different systems that affect our balance. She uses a tripod to represent these three systems: the vestibular system, which comprises all the balance organs in our inner ear; proprioceptors in our legs and feet and the muscles in our joints, which let us know when we’re moving straight in relation to the world around us; and the visual system, which sends signals from the eyes to the inner ears that let us know that we’re moving through space instead of the world moving around us. Watch what happens when one or more of these “legs” are taken away.

Post-Concussive Syndrome & Binocular Vision Dysfunction

People who have suffered a concussion often experience visual problems, including symptoms of double vision, blurred vision, extreme headaches, light sensitivity and dizziness, all of which could be stemming from the eyes. In this video, Dr. Israeloff explains how a concussion can cause the eyes to move out of alignment, and also covers the side effects of this misalignment.

ADHD & Binocular Vision Dysfunction

In a world where it has become necessary to focus on screens of all kinds for long periods of time, it can be very difficult for the eyes to stay aligned and maintain their focus. People with ADHD may be taking medications that hinder this ability even more. Watch to discover how reading difficulties fit into this equation, and learn more about the special glasses we use to realign the eyes and treat binocular vision dysfunction.

Make an Appointment at the Neuro Visual Center of New York

If you suspect that you may be suffering from binocular vision dysfunction, let the Neuro Visual Center of New York help. We will perform a detailed neurovisual examination using a myriad of tests to determine how best to treat the condition, then prescribe a visual orthotic device to realign the eyes and reduce symptoms. To find out more, call us today at (516) 224-4888.

Testimonials

Prior to being treated by Dr. Cheryl, I constantly felt off balance. I had suffered from frequent migraines since I was 12 years old. I often suffered from neck/ back pain, and always felt like I was straining my neck and/or tilting my head to focus on the computer. My family had always noticed that I walked a bit sideways as well, but they attributed that to me being "clumsy". I had awful anxiety about walking down flights of stairs or through the mall, as I always had this irrational fear of falling. I was diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder and depression, as I would tend to avoid social situations where I felt uncomfortable or not in control. At my annual eye exam, Dr. Cheryl asked how my migraines had been. I casually mentioned that I was having dizzy spells and felt off balance. As Dr. Cheryl went through a series of questions, it seemed like she was reading off a script of my symptoms. She started to explain binocular vision dysfunction and asked if I would consider a neuro visual test that may be able to determine if I was a candidate for the type of treatment she was involved in. I was skeptical, but desperate. The tests administered by Dr. Cheryl produced black and white, concrete results. I was blown away by how clear it was that this "visual vertigo" I was experiencing was not only completely legitimate, but treatable. My skepticism disappeared immediately when Dr. Cheryl had me wear a trial pair of glasses with prisms in them. I felt taller, grounded, and completely in control. My glasses have made a tremendous difference in my everyday life. I feel balanced and aware of my surroundings. I no longer catch myself tilting my head while reading through pages of documents on my computer, or tilting my head to get a better view of the TV. It is more than a change in my prescription or a "clearer view," it is an entire perspective change. I have not had a single migraine in 6 months - I am still in shock when I say those words. My dizzy spells have subsided, as well. When I am not wearing my glasses, which is rare, I can immediately feel the difference in my equilibrium. I would never have guessed that all of these symptoms and subsequent issues, were vision related. Dr. Cheryl was 100% supportive and genuinely concerned about my comfort and progress throughout this whole journey. I would, without hesitation, recommend her to anyone that suffers from these symptoms. She is a true life saver and is passionate about investing her time and energy into this growing field.

A. S.