By MikeTrenkamp February 13, 2014
I have been seeing Dr. Brown for the past 7 years and have never though of seeing anyone else. One of the most educated individuals I have ever met. ...read more
By MikeTrenkamp February 13, 2014
I have been seeing Dr. Brown for the past 7 years and have never though of seeing anyone else. One of the most educated individuals I have ever met. ...read more
By MikeTrenkamp February 13, 2014
I just got my annual eye exam by Dr. Brown and I am so impressed with her knowledge and expertise. I was so impressed I already scheduled my exam for next year. Thank You!!! ...read more
Eye Doctors: The Difference Between Optometrist and Ophthalmologists Many patients become confused about the different types ofeye doctorsand which one they should see. The eye doctors here at Val-u-Vision areoptometrists. Think of them as the primary care doctors of your eyes. They each have undergraduate degrees and have attended four years of optometry school. Eye doctors or optometrists are trained to not only perform comprehensiveeye examsbut to also identify and treat diseases and disorders of the eye.So when you come in to Val-u-Vision for annualeye exam, our eye doctors can prescribe glasses and contacts as well as treat infections or diseases that they may find throughout the exam. When theeye doctorfeels that surgery or further evaluation is needed they will then refer the patient out to an Ophthalmologists or medical eye doctor. Ophthalmologists are medical eye doctors who have done their fellowship in Ophthalmology. Many ophthalmologists specialize in certain diseases of the eye like glaucoma, corneal diseases and retinal diseases. Ophthalmologists also perform surgeries on the eyes (refractive surgery and cataract surgery). When you come in for your annual comprehensive eye exams, our eye doctors will evaluate your eyes thoroughly and determine what type of correction is best for you. They will also examine the health of your eyes and determine if you many need any further treatment or a referral to an Ophthalmologists for further evaluation. Call Val-u-Vision today to schedule your eye exam whether it is for glasses, contacts or just the general health of your eyes for the New Year. Tags:Eye Care,Eye Doctors,Eye Exam,Ophthalmologists,Optometrists Posted in Eye Care, Tips ...read more
By Valuvision February 28, 2011
Computer Vision Syndrome As much as computers have revolutionized the way the world works,optometristswill attest to the fact that the use of computers has given rise to new challenges both at the workplace and in schools. Optometrists have found that by working long hours in front of a computer monitor, a condition referred to as "computer visions syndrome" (CVS) may develop. If you or your child spend more than two hours per day in front of a computer screen, it's likely you will experience some degree of computer vision syndrome.CVS is a temporary ocular condition resulting from focusing the eyes on a computer display for extended, uninterrupted periods of time. Some symptoms of CVS include headaches, blurred vision, neck pain, fatigue, eye strain, dry and irritated eyes, double vision, polyopia (multiple vision), and difficulty refocusing the eyes. Optometrists have also found that long-term side effects of untreated CVS can lead toearly presbyopia (an age-related condition in which the eye loses its ability to focus properly, resulting in blurred close-range vision).CVS is caused by decreased blinking reflex while working long hours focusing on computer screens. According to the American Optometric Association (AOA), the normal blink rate in human eyes is 16–20 per minute. Studies have shown that the blink rate decreases to as low as 6–8 blinks per minute for persons working on the computer screen. This leads to dry eyes not to mention the effort required to focus for such long hours puts a serious strain on the eye muscles."The computer age has had a serious impact on our eyes," stated Dr. Rauchwarger, anoptometristin Jacksonville, FL. "We are seeing more people showing up at our vision center for appointments complaining of headaches, double vision, dry and irritated eyes, and neck pain."Computer Vision Syndrome can be diagnosed through a comprehensive eye examination at a reputable vision center with optometrists who specialize in computer vision care. During a computer vision exam, your optometrist will perform tests to detect any vision problems that might contribute to CVS including a look at your patient history to determine external factors that may impact your vision, visual acuity measurements, a refraction to determine the appropriate lens power needed to correct any weaknesses, as well as a variety of tests to see how the eyes focus and work together. Depending on the outcome of the exam, your optometrist may prescribe computer eyeglasses that can be purchased right there at the vision center to help you work more comfortably at your computer.To reduce your risk of computer eyestrain and computer vision syndrome, schedule an appointment at your local vision center and see an optometrist who can help you avoid further damage to your eyes. Tags:Computer Vision Syndrome,CVS,Eye Care,Optometrists,Eye Care,Eye Exams http://www.valuvision.com/blog/2010/11/18/computer-vision-syndrome/ ...read more
By Valuvision December 01, 2010
Questioning ADHD in Your Child? Don't Rule Out Possible Vision Problems! The diagnosis of Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) has been the center of much controversy over the last two decades. Inattention, hyperactivity, and impulsivity are the key behaviors of ADHD. In an effort to help children who have difficulty excelling at school due to short attention spans, many parents, teachers, and doctors assume these children have ADD or ADHD and put them on medications. Unfortunately, as can be the case with many prescribed medicines, they are often treating the symptoms and not the real cause. According to recent studies fromoptometrists, ADD and ADHD are not the only reasons a child may suffer from high distractibility and difficulty remaining on task. The truth isoptometrists have found that these can be symptoms of other problems such as undetected vision problems. Therefore, before labeling a child as having attention deficit disorder or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, it would be wise to visit an accreditedoptometristto evaluate them for developmental problems such as delayed visual development. Within the last few years, optometrists are finding that children with undetected vision problems can exhibit symptoms similar to ADD and ADHD. When vision is difficult and requires greater effort than normal, a child typically avoids close range work and appears to be not trying or daydreaming. Studies show that children who suffer from eye teaming issues (the ability to have both eyes work together when focusing on an object) and other focusing-related problems have trouble remaining on task for long periods of time. Much like children with ADD and ADHD, those with vision-based learning problems are highly distractible, have short attention spans, make careless errors, fail to complete assignments, and are often fidgety and off task. This can lead to the harsh misjudgment that the child "just doesn't try hard enough". Therefore, the child soon learns that no matter how hard he tries he cannot achieve success causing him to potentially give up academically and find other ways to occupy his time. Unfortunately, most of his alternatives are not socially acceptable in a classroom-type setting. What few people realize is that the child's inability to remain on task may be caused by the discomfort of using their eyes for long periods of time at close ranges and not a true attention span deficit. However, parents and teachers who are not trained to recognize the difference often misdiagnose these children. According to studies by optometrists found in medical journals, there is a clinical connection between eye teaming problems and attention deficit disorders. Therefore, the answer may not require stricter discipline, rigid regiments, and even medication. Instead, an alternative course of action could include a visit to your optometrist to potentially detect and correct the underlying visual problems with the proper lenses and/or vision therapy. Any child who is suspected of having ADD or ADHD should have a complete eye exam by a registered optometrist to determine if poor visual processing is a factor in the child's behavior. To date, ADD and ADHD can only be diagnosed by a subjective checklist. There are no tangible tests to guarantee a proper diagnosis. However, if your child has a vision problem that is making it difficult to remain on task, you can receive factual and concrete results that come from objective clinical measures and tests performed by your optometrist at an accredited vision center. Tags:ADD,ADHD,Attention Deficit Disorder,Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder,Eye Care,Eye Doctors,Eye Exam,Optometrists,Eye Care,Eye Exams,News http://www.valuvision.com/blog/2010/11/23/questioning-adhd-in-your-child-dont-rule-out-possible-vision-problems/ ...read more
By Valuvision December 01, 2010
Glaucoma is often called the "thief of sight." It affects individuals over age 40 by slowly increasing the liquid pressure inside the eye, damaging delicate internal eye structures. There is no specific level of inner eye pressure (IOP) that causes glaucoma. It is a complex eye disease characterized b... ...read more
If you need to replace the lenses in your glasses, do so carefully to keep your glasses in good condition. To replace lenses, remove the screws from your frames and push out the lenses. Place your new lenses into the frame, and replace the screws making sure they are tight and lenses are secure. ...read more