Savedoff, Ciccone and Davis, Doctors of Optometry PC

Vision Therapy in Manlius and Syracuse, NY

Poor visual performance can cause a person to struggle in school, work, and sports. Vision therapy increases visual performance by developing, improving, and enhancing visual skills to correct issues that are holding a patient back.

At Savedoff, Ciccone & Davis, Doctors of Optometry, P.C. we specialize in this branch of optometry and offer personalized care to patients in the Manlius and Syracuse, NY, areas. Discover more about our vision therapy services and how individuals with poor visual skills can benefit.

What Is Vision Therapy?

Vision therapy is a personalized vision training program that consists of various exercises to improve the quality and efficiency of a person’s vision. Vision therapy at Savedoff, Ciccone & Davis, Doctors of Optometry, P.C. works to strengthen the connection between the eye and the brain to achieve the desired visual performance.

Our doctors conduct a comprehensive eye health examination to determine which sequence of exercises will be most beneficial for each patient. After the eye health examination, our doctors design an individualized vision therapy program that meets the unique needs of the patient. More than just simple eye exercises, vision therapy is an advanced study of developmental optometry and involves correcting the visual system.

Vision therapy is an effective treatment for various eye-related conditions. We offer the following vision therapy services:

Vision (orthoptic) therapy: Typically used to correct severe vision problems due to misalignment, orthoptic therapy strengthens the eye muscles to enhance vision.
Post-concussion therapy : A person who experiences a concussion or other brain-related injury may need vision therapy to address vision problems following the accident.
Visual-perceptual skill evaluation : This assessment determines a person’s ability to process visual information. It helps determine whether learning struggles are due to visual deficiencies.
Strabismus therapy : Poor vision due to crossed eyes can be improved with strabismus therapy, which consists of various methods to align the eyes properly.
Amblyopia therapy : Vision exercises intended to address poor visual skills caused by a lazy eye.

Savedoff, Ciccone & Davis, Doctors of Optometry, P.C. offers vision therapy to patients of all ages. The duration of the program varies, depending on the severity of the diagnosis. All our vision therapy services involve the most advanced vision instruments, such as lenses, prisms, filters, patches, and other specialized equipment.

Patients should understand that even as vision therapy offers many benefits in helping enhance vision, some people may still require optical assistance such as eyeglasses or contact lenses. Additionally, some ocular diseases will require specific treatments.

Why Choose Savedoff, Ciccone & Davis, Doctors of Optometry, P.C.?

Patients who choose vision services from Savedoff, Ciccone & Davis, Doctors of Optometry, P.C. receive care from experienced doctors. Patients can expect the following:

Great Benefits

Research shows vision therapy helps correct visual deficits that contribute to reading learning disorders. Certainly, any child who is not performing up to their academic or reading potential should be considered for a vision therapy evaluation. Vision therapy does not train reading skills, however, it can eliminate deficits in visual skills that contribute to reading delays. Additionally, other common vision disorders can be successfully treated through our vision therapy services, such as:

Depth perception
Visual processing
Hand-eye coordination
Eye teaming skills
Visual memory
Eye-tracking
Convergence
Visual acuity
Focusing skills

Vision therapy can be rehabilitative in the case of head trauma, concussion, stroke, or brain injury. In these cases, patients can be trained in the redevelopment of lost vision skills.

Up to date skills

The standard for healthy vision has always been 20/20. However, in today’s technology-driven society, visual demands have changed with the increased amount of time people spend looking at screens. These demands require efficient and comfortable function of focusing, binocular (eye teaming), and fixation skills. Our vision therapy services help individuals of all ages improve these skills to enhance their visual performance. Certainly, any child who is not performing up to their academic or reading potential should be considered for a vision therapy evaluation.

Community commitment

Our optometry practice works closely with other doctors, occupational and physical therapists, psychologists, and educational professionals. Patients who come to us on referrals receive the high level of care that has earned our practice its reputation.

Additionally, our doctors feel a commitment to the local community. Because of their qualifications and vast knowledge, they often serve as guest lecturers at local hospitals, rehabilitation centers, developmental centers, and school districts to spread awareness and educate the public about vision care.

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Testimonials

Our son has benefitted greatly from the vision therapy program provided by Savedoff and Ciccone. His eye tracking and convergence have improved tremendously.”

M.T. , Baldwinsville, NY

Vision Therapy in Manlius and Syracuse, NY

Vision is a learned skill that can be trained and improved. Savedoff, Ciccone & Davis, Doctors of Optometry, P.C. help patients with poor visual performance by offering effective solutions to address several vision-related concerns. Our vision therapy program trains and strengthens the accuracy and efficiency of visual skills. Individuals will undergo a complete eye health examination so our doctors can establish the correct program to meet their vision needs. For more information about our vision therapy services available at our office locations in Manlius and Syracuse, NY, contact us today.