Vision Therapy: A Solution for Eye Teaming and Tracking Problems

Eye teaming and tracking problems can significantly impact daily life, from difficulty reading and concentrating to struggles with coordination and sports performance. These issues, often unnoticed, can be frustrating for both children and adults. Fortunately, vision therapy offers a non-invasive, personalized solution to help improve these visual skills and enhance overall quality of life.

What Are Eye Teaming and Tracking Problems?

Eye teaming refers to the ability of both eyes to work together seamlessly. When the eyes don’t align or coordinate properly, it can lead to conditions like convergence insufficiency, where the eyes struggle to focus on close objects. This can cause double vision, headaches, or eye strain.
 

Eye tracking involves the ability to move the eyes smoothly and accurately across a page or to follow a moving object. Poor tracking skills can make it challenging to read, as the eyes may skip lines or lose their place. It can also affect activities like catching a ball or driving.
 

Signs of Eye Teaming and Tracking Problems

Eye teaming and tracking issues often go undiagnosed because they aren’t detected during standard eye exams. Here are some common signs to look out for:

• Skipping or rereading lines while reading

• Complaints of blurry or double vision

• Eye strain or headaches, especially after reading

• Difficulty focusing or paying attention

• Poor hand-eye coordination

• Struggles with sports or other physical activities

• Avoidance of reading or homework
   

If these symptoms sound familiar, vision therapy may be the key to unlocking better visual skills.
 

How Does Vision Therapy Work?

Vision therapy is a customized, doctor-prescribed program designed to improve the brain-eye connection and enhance visual skills. Unlike corrective lenses, which adjust how light enters the eye, vision therapy focuses on training the eyes and brain to work together more effectively.
 

At High5 Vision Development, our vision therapy program includes exercises and activities tailored to address specific issues with eye teaming and tracking. These activities may involve:

• Eye tracking exercises: To improve smooth and accurate eye movements

• Focus training: To help the eyes maintain focus at various distances

• Coordination activities: To strengthen the teamwork between both eyes

• Balance and spatial awareness tasks: To enhance overall visual-motor integration
   

Sessions are conducted in-office, with additional exercises to practice at home. The duration of the therapy depends on the individual’s unique needs, but most patients see significant improvement with consistent practice.
 

Benefits of Vision Therapy

Vision therapy has proven to be highly effective for patients of all ages. Some of the key benefits include:

• Improved reading fluency and comprehension

• Reduced eye strain and headaches

• Enhanced focus and attention

• Better coordination for sports and physical activities

• Increased confidence and performance in school or work
   

Why Choose High5 Vision Development?

At High5 Vision Development, we understand the impact that eye teaming and tracking problems can have on daily life. We use state-of-the-art techniques to diagnose and treat a wide range of visual issues, ensuring our patients receive the support they need to succeed.
 

If you or your child is struggling with symptoms of eye teaming or tracking problems, contact High5 Vision Development to schedule a consultation and discover how vision therapy can help. Visit our office in New Braunfels, Texas, or call (210) 507-7979 to book an appointment today.