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[quote=Anonymous]i've been hearing lots about vision therapy lately. I decided to ask my children's opthalmologist because I was considering it for myself, after dealing with lifelong vision issues that interfere with my daily activities. My own opthalmologist passed away a few years ago and I haven't found a new one I like, so I sought his advice. His response was that my vision issues could not be cured by vision therapy and that, in general, it's unproven and a waste of time and money. Since he wasn't risking losing me as a patient (I'm not one) and he's very well respected and experienced, I trust his judgement.

After doing some research of my own, it appears that most arguments for vision therapy come from vision therapists themselves, not medical professionals. Unbiased studies supporting the efficacy are few and far between.

With that said, if you've tried all the typical interventions and are already under an opthalmologists care, I would imagine there would be no harm in trying. Provided you have the money and your child isn't stressed by it. As the parent of a special needs child, I know that there are days I'd try almost anything!

Good luck![/quote]

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