What is a Binocular Vision Problem?

A Binocular Vision Problem occurs when the eyes do not coordinate and track properly. This affects how the brain combines the input from each eye into a single, clear, and comfortable image. Binocular vision problems can interfere with depth perception, eye coordination, focus, and overall development.

Binocular vision problems can affect more than academics. Below is list of common symptoms related to a binocular vision problem. If you or your child experiences any of the following symptoms, they may have an undiagnosed binocular vision problem and we recommend scheduling an evaluation today.

Common Symptoms of a Binocular Vision Problem

Eye Fatigue & Discomfort

Eyes feel tired, sore, or strained after reading or using screens
Comes home very fatigued or with headaches consistently
Headaches after near work like reading
Burning, itchy, or watery eyes
Excessive blinking

Reading & Learning Difficulties

Skips or re-reads lines when reading
Loses place easily or uses a finger to keep place
Avoids reading or becomes frustrated quickly
Poor reading comprehension despite good decoding skills

Vision Clarity & Alignment

Words blur or move on the page
Sees double at any distance
Closes or covers one eye while reading or focusing
One eye turns in or out, especially when tired

Concentration & Attention

Short attention span during near tasks
Easily distracted while doing schoolwork
Fidgety or restless during reading
Diagnosed with ADHD

Spatial Deficits

Poor depth perception (difficulty catching balls, parking, judging steps)
Motion sickness, dizziness, or nausea when reading or in vehicles
Frequently trips or bumps into things

If you or your child experiences any of these symptoms, they may have an undiagnosed binocular vision problem and we recommend scheduling an evaluation today.

Prevalence of a Binocular Vision Problem

- 25% of children have a vision problem that can affect learning and overall development.

- Studies show that more than 20% of school-aged children have undiagnosed binocular vision issues such as convergence insufficiency, accommodative dysfunction, or oculomotor dysfunction.

- These conditions often go undetected in standard vision screenings and routine eye exams, which typically assess distance clarity (20/20 acuity) but not visual efficiency or processing.

Where Vision is More than 20/20

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