For people who suffer from the binocular vision disorder known as vertical heterophoria, daily life can be quite stressful in unexpected ways. Vertical heterophoria causes a variety of symptoms. They can range from intense anxiety to recurring headaches and dizziness, sensitivity to light, facial pain, motion sickness and unsteady gait. Another common symptom that can cause intense fear in a patient is vertigo.
Vertigo is a condition where a person feels dizzy and loses his or her sense of orientation. This can lead to stumbles and falls, as well as constant fear and anxiety. Large, open spaces that have tall ceilings and complex visual patterns can worsen such symptoms. This often occurs in hotels, airports and large public areas. Without proper vertigo treatment, a person can suffer tremendously and even lose confidence in doing daily activities.
For some individuals with vertical heterophoria who experience vertigo, the fear is so strong that they will not board a plane. Interestingly enough, it is the journey through the airport to the plane itself that causes the most anxiety and fear.
It is vital that vertical heterophoria is properly diagnosed or the person may continue to suffer for his or her entire life without knowing the cause. A person who experiences vertigo continuously often will withdraw and become fearful, introspective and withdrawn. Vertigo can also cause severe psychological damage to the individual suffering from it.
Vertigo Treatment Through Vision Correction
Effective vertigo treatment for a person who suffers from VH must begin with first properly diagnosing the condition, otherwise the treatment will not have desired results. Being properly diagnosed so that you can identify the source that causes any vertigo that you are experiencing is important. To identify and treat vertical heterophoria, your doctor must be specially trained and have the proper equipment to do so.
If you are experiencing such symptoms and you are not able to stop or alleviate these symptoms on your own or through treatment with a doctor like those mentioned above, it is time to visit a specialized doctor who is trained in treating vertical heterophoria and similar conditions.
The Neuro Visual Center of New York Can Help
At the Neuro Visual Center of New York, our team is trained to provide specialized care for our patients experiencing binocular vision disorders like VH. We can help you identify and treat your condition so that you see better and enjoy a dramatic improvement in your quality of life on a daily basis. Give us a call at (516) 224-4888 to find out more, schedule your appointment and get help right away!
