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What to Do When Close-Up Tasks Are Exhausting

July 25, 2017

Do you find yourself quickly tiring when working on the computer, reading, or completing other close-range activities? Before pouring yourself yet another cup of coffee, consider the possibility that ... View

Patricia K.

May 21, 2017

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LT7sDbpKyT8&rel=0 Before I had my glasses, I was unable to drive long distance on the highway. I would have what I thought were panic attacks. Fast heartbeat. I felt ... View

The Power of the 5-Minute Cover Test

May 2, 2017

Binocular vision dysfunction (BVD) is an eye muscle strain condition that affects many people. It can cause symptoms similar to sinus-related pain, like pressure around the eyes. Because the symptoms ... View

Are There Different Types of Dizziness?

April 7, 2017

Dizziness—a catch-all term used to describe a variety of disorienting and uncomfortable sensations—can be a scary and confusing feeling for many people. But before rushing to the Internet to ... View

Help! Open Spaces and Busy Patterns Make Me Dizzy

April 3, 2017

If you’ve ever been to the doctor seeking treatment for dizziness, your doctor probably examined your ears. He or she may have also asked you if you struggle with anxiety. After your ears turned out ... View

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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.

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