Why You Shouldn't Prescribe Prism Glasses

Dr. Julie discusses how we helped a patient get rid of extremely strong prism glasses that were supposed to help her eye turn.
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[@tawahalp4716]

Thank you I use vision therapy this is refreshing

[@57ashdot]

This resonates with me. Ive had esophoria/esotropia since childhood. Consistent use of prism glasses ALWAYS made my double vision exponentionally worse when the glasses came off. Your eye just gets lazier and lazier. Im 32 and I can no longer fuse targets more the 2 ft from my face. Pretty awful condition to live with :/

[@visontherapy]

It is very possible we can help you. We need to learn more about you specifically. Please visit our website and fill out the Quality of Life Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com Or, you can can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY

[@HackerActivist]

I sucked it up and it got worse and worse regardless

[@visontherapy]

@@HackerActivist hi there. Not sure exactly what you mean by “sucked it up”. Please clarify.

[@MrDdm343]

I have been wearing the Neuro Lens for about a year now. I don't wear them every day, only when I'm tired or when a lot of reading is required. The great thing is they have different strength prisms for distance and close up work in one lens. My eyes actually improved over time and I need lower prisms. I do have to say that Vision Therapy does help, I've done that in the past, but it didn't take away all my eye strain.

[@visontherapy]

Thanks for commenting Danny! And we are so glad you have had a measure of success with both! 🙌🏾

[@sweetness2689]

What are some good therapy tips you suggest?

[@MrDdm343]

@@sweetness2689 it very much depends on your eyes and the problems you’re experiencing. “Insight Vision Center Optometry” has various exercises on KZbin. But have you experience problems for a while visual therapy with a trained opto/optometrist might be better.

[@amyhynds3084]

​@@MrDdm343 i

[@fairbornCCF]

I think you hit upon an important point many of our eye problems cannot be addressed with a single prism power, but often that is how they are prescribed.

[@Smiley35S]

My prism glasses gave me my life back

[@danilik]

Thank you for this video! I was just diagnosed and told I need prism glasses... after watching, I will go a different route.

[@visontherapy]

Glad it was helpful! If you would like to discuss your condition and the options available to you as a way to actually improve your vision and thus eliminate the need for prisms, feel free to schedule a consultation with me on our website! Thanks for watching!

[@iamnoone6607]

I suffered a TBI and had double vision for a couple of years and was prescribed prisms. After about a year of wearing them, I woke up one day and my double vision was gone. I was treated at St. Louis University. Now my vision still sucks, but the double vision is gone thankfully.

[@visontherapy]

Congratulations on the alleviation of your Double Vision! Are you still wearing prisms?

[@iamnoone6607]

Yes. I also suffer from dizzines and the glasses sometimes they make it worse.@@visontherapy

[@visontherapy]

Here is something else also about the Double Vision. Doctors prescribe prisms to align the eyes and typically prisms does not fix the alignment. If the double vision goes away, it likely means that the brain is suppressing one eye in order to create a single image. This is often how the double vision is dealt with by the brain when there is an alignment issue.

[@ThingsILove2266]

How many years?

[@ThingsILove2266]

@@visontherapywhat does it mean after TBI if vision doubles out of each eye independent of the other?

[@palerider7924]

had double vision for many years. drove with one eye shut most of the time. just got prism and its incredible. My vision is perfect with them. Only 2 DO in the right lens. I bought them with single vision and the prism for driving else I don't need them. Daily glasses just my regular with progressive. I'm not worried my eyes will need a constant change in the strength. And only paid $27 for them online. So wonderful just ordered another pair to keep in the second car.

[@joannewilson4450]

Where did you order them from?

[@palerider7924]

Zenni Optical. Note they don't have the ability to make prism with bifocal or progressive. They are perfect though with just single vision and the prism..my driving vision is flawless with them.

[@palerider7924]

With my regular glasses a single car double wide enough you could fit another car between them. A guy with a dog looks like a crowd..I swear something about windshields and motion fires up the doubling.

[@joannewilson4450]

I'll have to check them out. I'm going for another eye exam next week. I started seeing double after my concussion that happened 5 weeks after a head injury. Thank you @palerider7924 for the information

[@K.etanak]

How is your condition now ?

[@tawahalp4716]

Thank you thank you thank you…

[@jmcqueen7355]

I will schedule, thanks.

[@charliecharlie6387]

Awesome! Thank you for your videos. I've been prescribed prism glasses for about 4 years now. :( Thanks to your video, I know now this was not good. Had no idea there were possible alternatives. So thank you for your video and giving us the USEFUL and HONEST information. THANK YOU!

[@visontherapy]

You are so welcome!

[@visontherapy]

Just checking in Charlie. Have you taken action since your last comment?

[@CarpenterJerry]

Her story is my story! I am writing this with a patch over one eye. About 10 years ago I started down the prism rabbit hole. I am 71 years old and my glasses now have the most prism available. Last week (8/24/21) my eye specialist scheduled Strabismus surgery for 12/10/21 to correct my Diplopia. After watching all of Dr. Julie videos on Diplopia and Strabismus, I am going to cancel the surgery. I am not interested in going down the Strabismus surgery rabbit hole. Dr. Julie, you will have a new patient soon!

[@visontherapy]

Thanks for letting us know!

[@aliciasultzaberger162]

I have had progressive double vision get worse over the course of 7-8 years, stress & age may have something to do with this also. No eye doctor has treated me for this & it’s been a process to rule out other health conditions & finding the right specialist. A double vision specialist I seen 4 years ago said he’s never heard of eye turns suddenly happening that you are usually born with it. I found BVD through my own research online & knowing all my symptoms that doctors aren’t connecting the dots with or bothering much to look into more.

[@aliciasultzaberger162]

I also noticed this was 2 years ago, is there an update video on this patients progress?

[@joykarencartagena513]

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[@otiebrown9999]

I agree!

[@DschungelKatze]

The thing is that these are supposed to be temporary. They are just a help for the lazy eye to see normally. Also a set of exercises is prescribed. And then after the situation gets better because of training a different set of prisms is prescribed. And that until eyes start seeing normally and no prisms are needed. In any case that is still better than having an operation that is in most cases purely cosmetic and fixes nothing but also can make things worse.

[@alinakorovina681]

Brilliant! I've just learned I possibly have BVD, and am very hesitant to go the glasses route for all the reasons you mentioned. Glad to hear there's alternative options to explore.

[@visontherapy]

Glad it was helpful!

[@carolineASMR]

Do Neurolenses work similarly to prisms? My doctor prescribed me neurolenses and I am wondering if I am going to need a stronger prescription every year 🤔

[@visontherapy]

Hi Caroline, Neurolens is a prism lens.

[@garbygarb31]

@@visontherapyno they’re not

[@MrHuntervad]

I got mine for my exophoria Convergence Insufficiency, it takes the stress from my eye muscles, as I can align my eye pretty easily, but I get very tired/exhausted even with these 3D, so I have to relax myself and sometime let my eyes go to relax to double vision, also having under eye sinus problem with no explanation, but (very) recently got some sinus med and it works wonders. Like I can watch tv for 30 min then go side eye, but I can watch 1-2 hours with glasses before getting very tired. Cheers, when therapy works for folks.

[@tawahalp4716]

Thank you for being on the virtuous side of things..and not selling astronomical prisms to people

[@chuckie0223]

I have prism glasses and it has made huge difference driving and it also cut back on headaches already have migraines so if prisms help prevent some headaches from eye strain it's worth it. Also what about people who have other eye issues they get stronger glasses over time this just seams like it may help some but I think people shouldn't make up minds because of stuff she said still interesting to hear

[@visontherapy]

Thanks for commenting! Glad it seems to be working for you! But here’s the thing: Prism adaptation can be a pain at the end of the day. When it gets worse the individual typically has to do either surgery or vt. They almost have no option left. Why you may ask? Because typically people who require prisms usually have newly developing eye turns. The eye turn as it is freshly starting requires the prism to align images to relieve strain or stop double vision. Then once it’s treated initially it relaxes into more and requires stronger….and stronger….. and STRONGER over time. Hope this doesn’t happen to you. But it’s the general pattern to watch for. That’s why some things that may seem okay in the short term can be landmines later. Thanks for being here and sharing!

[@LaSalviaBodysurf]

@@visontherapydo you have any evidence that support your statement that prism glasses can increase strabismus? Or any study saying that people who didn’t use glasses ended up with less prism diopters than those who used prism glasses ? Im really interested in this, thanks!

[@palerider7924]

@@LaSalviaBodysurf my Dr doesn't want me wearing prism all the time. I only need them driving else I wear regular glasses. She thinks you can get used to a prism the need more diopters over time. I keep a pair in our cars and leave them there.

[@brianwilson7624]

I have horizontal binocular diplopia and prism glasses were prescribed for me. I'm a 39 year old male and they told me I still have 20/20 vision but for some reason I've started seeing doubles

[@ScottRiceDirector]

Hi Dr. Julie. I was given a 12 diopter stick-on prism for one eye last year. I was excited to see straight and went on a 1 hour bike ride. I suddenly had extreme vertigo (world spinning), which I've never had before. After being rushed to the ER, I was diagnosed with Meniere's Disease, and now I feel nauseous and dizzy all the time, and I have hearing loss. Have you ever heard of a prism triggering inner-ear / vestibular issues like this? Thank you!

[@miragexl007]

oh....hated the stick on Xtra prisms to see it it would help more in Prism glasses...hard to tell if it helpd because it was so awful looking through it.

[@deadcatlives6931]

First time I ever been prescribed glasses they gave them to me and like triple something. I tried for a month to wear them. That was 3 years ago haven’t worn them since.

[@hinashah4798]

Awesome video. Wish you were in my area.

[@visontherapy]

Thanks! good news is that We work with patients from all over the world! All you have to do is visit us at our website at www.visionforlifeworks.com and schedule a consultation. And we can discuss your case in its specific nature and what can be done to help. Looking forward to see you on the schedule!

[@khadijatuzzahra]

what if after RD surgery double vison stays ..what todointhat case ?canw e use it?

[@indecisiveexplorer4565]

I came across a video about neurolens but didn't really understand how they were supposed to be different and also wondered if they were just hyping something to make money. I guess I really don't know much about eye health. I know I have astigmatism and nearsightedness but just got switched into bifocals the last so many years. I don't really like them. I get frustrated when the angle is off and I cannot twist my head to see right. I don't even wear my glasses with as close as I sit to the computer because I would find the head tilting action annoying in the least. Today I was looking at videos about the eye. What are your thoughts on pinhole glasses for vision correction?

[@sdwl07]

Thank you for the clarification. I’ve been struggling with dizziness and just feeling off especially when driving and walking and grocery stores since sept 2021. I’ve been saying there’s something up with my eyes. Regular exams came back normal. Went to a physiotherapist and he said it’s vestibule ocular reflex dysfunction. I was doing gaze exercises and slowly got better then Got Covid and it all came back full swing. I just saw a neuro optometrist and she has completely validated all the stuf I’ve been going through. Set me up with some visual therapy which starts next week. I asked her about prism lenses and she said we do therapy first and don’t usually prescribe lenses. Which caught me off guard because all of the reading I did in regards to vertical heterophoria said prism lenses. So I was second guessing visual therapy but now that I watched your video and read some of the comments here I’m glad visual therapy is an option.

[@visontherapy]

Good luck!

[@beautifulpak]

Did your eyes got better with therapy

[@gsdbellaoneone9325]

Did you manage to do visual therapy?

[@RetroVHSGamingVideos]

thanks Dr. Julie - your youtube is a great resource

[@visontherapy]

You are so welcome!

[@RetroVHSGamingVideos]

@@visontherapy I'm in South Africa and we don't have people like you - just eye Docs & Opticians [maybe it's better now - have not looked in a while]

[@visontherapy]

We help people all over the world! Please visit our website and fill out the Functional Vision Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com Or, you can can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY

[@RetroVHSGamingVideos]

@@visontherapy brilliant!

[@TheShredfest89]

Your talking about rxing prism for focal system. Now if you rx prism for ambient visual midline shift.. that works wonders! But i agree, the focal system is the wrong way to rx prism. The focal system adapts. God bless

[@ashleycarrasco8981]

I need this

[@visontherapy]

We help people all over the world! Please email us at [e-mail] as well as take our Quality of Life Questionnaire on our homepage and one of our therapists will be in touch. www.visionforlifeworks.com

[@adeetard2545]

I have a weird case of “controllable” prism. So I have double vision, but only when I want. Since the human eyes aren’t centered, they are always crossed slightly when focusing on something. The only thing about me is that I’m aware of when my eyes cross and focus

[@isaacflett1321]

Pretty sure thats normal

[@adeetard2545]

@@isaacflett1321 It’s different for me since I don’t have a dominant eye. So any time I change focus, I see double of what isn’t in focus and notice it. I had an optometrist give me a prescription for prism because of it

[@elizabethannmiller3134]

I had 21 prisms in my lenses. 8 out in each eye. Then 3 down in Right Eye and 2 up in Left eye. I had Orthoptic Eye Exercises for three years and every three months the Prisms were reduced. Now after 13 years I do not have any prisms in my lenses. I am 72 years old. Elizabeth Miller

[@visontherapy]

Great for you Elizabeth. Exactly the point. Prisms can be eliminated and frankly unnecessary for long term use. Good thing you stayed the course with that therapy. Thanks for sharing!

[@johnray4033]

did you have esotropia or exo? what type of doctor did you see for the orthoptic exercises?

[@valdo4842]

Wow I wish you were closer am in Los Angeles Ca. Am 9 months into PCS and just got my prism glasses and I don’t see how am going to adapt to them.

[@visontherapy]

Every therapy program is customized to the patient, and we help people all over the world! Please email us at [e-mail] as well as take our Quality of Life Questionnaire on our homepage, www.visionforlifeworks.com

[@eddie10191]

know I'm late to the party. If you can book a one day trip about 36hrs Hotel flight and car rental packages all included. 2220 route 157 Glenn carbon Illinois. good luck.

[@crazyminds1298]

I'm having vertical multiple vision and astigmatism as well where I see lights fall down straight from the source, what should I get, the doctors in my city says they cannot find what's wrong, they just gave me again a prescription and said to exercise and don't use electronics and stuff for 2 months and come back ☹️

[@visontherapy]

We can't really comment without knowing more about your condition. If you are interested, we help people all over the world! We would love to learn more about you.. Please visit our website and fill out the Quality of Life Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com Or, you can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY

[@bendeguzvarga816]

I got a concussion 2,5 months ago and I am still light sensitive and after focusing on screens, books anything close I start to have a headache and than after time I get vision problems. I will do vision therapy and also use glasses, but since I am trying to fully recover I am not planning to wear them forever only to be able to work and help my eyes in rhe meantime until I fully recover 😊

[@visontherapy]

Make sure you get the right help. Goodluck!

[@lindsayzipprich2647]

I had prisms in my glasses for years. My left eye turns in and a few years ago they took them out all together. So I have double vision and sever turning inward of the left eye. Part of the time my brain tries to ignore that eye ,and to drive, I have to close that eye. I had Cataract surgery last May in both eyes. I am 73 at this point and I have gotten no help for my double vision.

[@PsychoMantisss]

I already had surgery twice. Once in the 90's, and once in 2021, unfortunately the second surgery did not stick nearly as long and that doctor no longer accepts my insurance so I had to see someone else who decided to try prisms instead of a 3rd surgery to see how they would work for me. As I am on Idaho Medicaid, I don't think we have adult vision therapy here, and even if we did, there is no way Medicaid would even pay for it when they only pay for vision if you have certain conditions such as in the realm of diabetes, strabismus (like myself), etc. The frames the even pay for are so terrible that they literally fall apart and I opted to pay $50 for a pair of glasses online instead to save myself the hassle. Vision therapy would not be something I could afford just for my extremely terrible eyesight that I've had issues with since I was 5 to come back later as I am disabled.

[@ohnoheb]

Do you have experience with Duane's syndrome and the use of prism lenses? Because I'm not sure it would make anything worse since my left eye can't move out at all, not just a lazy eye causing it to do that. I get double vision because of my eye not being perfectly centre, causing a head tilt towards my good eye. Wondering if prism lenses have caused any worsening issues due to Duane's syndrome.

[@amyhoop9651]

Thank you so much for this video. I have had a lazy eye my entire life. I am now getting dizzy and losing my balance. My binocular vision is the issue. I am scheduled to be officially tested in August. I am a believer in Therapy. I needed your video so I feel more confident to push for the therapy rather than prism glasses. Thank you so much! I am 49 years old with no medical issues, I think my eyes and lazy eye have just gotten worse and can't not make up the differences in images anymore. Have you had any success with someone around my age with just therapy and not need prism glasses permanently? Thank you!

[@visontherapy]

Yes we have! We need to learn more about you specifically. We help people all over the world! We would love to learn more about you. Please visit our website and fill out the Quality of Life Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com Or, you can can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY

[@sdwl07]

Hello. Following up on your comment. Has visual therapy worked for you?

[@amyhoop9651]

@@sdwl07 I have been in Vision Therapy since Sept 2021 and yes, it has helped me alot! You have to be patient as it doesn't fix itself in just a few weeks, especially when you are older, but I have had amazing results. The program is 31 weeks long of once a week in-office therapy and then you have 21 weeks of at home therapy. You still have at-home therapy activities to do during your in-office weeks. I went to someone local in my state. Hope this helps you.

[@Era-DK]

@@amyhoop9651 Hey, I also have a lazy eye and have a question. Have you had cosmetic surgery for it? I am wondering if vision therapy can help me as i have had surgery, and am getting balance issues and neck pain due to head tilt. Cheers

[@amyhoop9651]

@@Era-DK Hello! I did not have surgery, but I also had a head tilt, neck pain, migraines, and balance issues. Vision Therapy has helped alot. I am still going through therapy. I would recommend getting some physical therapy sessions too along with your vision therapy because posture and balance and vision all go hand in hand. The PT helped me as well.

[@colson8327]

Age 64. My ex-husband mentioned long ago that I cover my right eye when reading. I don't know when this started. I had scoliosis as a child that was corrected considerably, but still have a forward head posture that they were unable to correct. I have chronic right shoulder and neck pain, as well as jaw pain on the right side. I think the neck pain began after a car accident in my late twenties or early thirties. I have always struggled with reading because I lose my place constantly. As I've gotten older I have had to switch to audiobooks because reading is exhausting. I mentioned covering my right eye to my eye doctor and that it was much worse than the left. He used a light with a line in it and discovered that either my head is tilted or my eyes aren't aligned. Is vision training available across the US? Can this be done on your own?

[@visontherapy]

We have had great success treating this condition. We help people all over the world! We do not recommend doing this on your own as there are many variables at play. We would love to learn more about you. Please visit our website and fill out the Quality of Life Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com Or, you can can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY

[@jasonn_lifts]

Search up Neal Hallinan and PRI

[@JsX2007]

Hi Dr. Julie. Thanks so much for your video. Without glasses, I do not see double vision however I do have constant eye strain. While wearing glasses (no prism) I start to see vertical double vision towards to the center and top half of the lens. If I lift up the glasses so my eyes are centered at the bottom half of the lens, the images fuse together nicely and the strain is gone. Why is the double vision apparent only while wearing my glasses? The glasses have been rechecked multiple times to make sure they're made correctly. Also, would the pencil pushups help in for vertical misalignment?

[@visontherapy]

Well likely because the images are too blurry to notice double without glasses (which assumes you have power in them to see better). Pencil pushups will not correct or improve a vertical misalignment but can actually make it a bit worse. Training convergence or crossing eyes can signal muscles that also work on vertical placement of the eyes and can overstimulate a vertical misalignment.

[@BigBuffaloChip]

I don't know if you still see comments on this video, but about 10 years ago, i noticed double vision that got worse the farther I looked to my right without moving my head. No problems looking straight ahead or to my left. I was told to wear prism glasses. A month ago, I had prk surgery and i just have double vision everywhere now. I'm hoping it goes away after my eye heals but I notice that i get a huge jump of it when i look to the right while keeping my head pointed forward. My question is what kind of doctor do I look for to help with the double vision? Again, I'm hoping the PRK enduced double vision clears, but I'd still like to seek help with my pre-existing double vision. My eye doctor always told me there was no way to correct it other than the prism glasses. Do I just seek a different eye doctor for a 2nd opinion or is this a specialist area?

[@visontherapy]

Well sir, you came to the right place as we are the 2nd opinion and the expert you seek. You are welcome to schedule an online consultation to discuss your case and what is possible for you. You can do so by visiting us at www.visionforlifeworks.com and clicking on schedule a consultation. Once complete you will be given directions on what you need to send in before your consultation. We look forward to seeing you on the schedule and hopefully being able to help you.

[@JJLTACTICALSOUTIONS]

I have thyroid eye disease and my eyes just got crazy last week. I now have double vision. So I had no choice but to get prism (sticker) placed on glasses that do not have any prescription. So the lenses are basically clear lenses with a prism sticker over the right lens. The temporary prism sticker was placed on glasses while I am being treated for the thyroid eye disease and while taking the new TEPEZZA drug. So what do you suggest?

[@visontherapy]

We unfortunately cannot comment on your medical condition without a proper consultation.

[@laceyr.2642]

This is great! I’ve been wearing prisms now since 2018 and have had some success, but lately not so much and it is frustrating to go through pairs of lenses and still not getting the relief I am looking for. If we’re out of state, how do we work with you?

[@laceyr.2642]

@@visontherapy Thank you so much! I took the questionnaire yesterday, so I’ll hold tight and wait to hear from someone. Thanks again for your reply.

[@visontherapy]

@@laceyr.2642 Hi Lacey, just following up. We hope you able to get a consult scheduled with Dr. Steinhauer?

[@laceyr.2642]

@@visontherapy , no. I don’t believe I heard from anyone. Right now I’m seeing a local functional neurologist to attempt vision therapy again. It’s been about 6 years since I did it last. I’m praying it helps!

[@visontherapy]

@@laceyr.2642 We would have loved to help you since this is our specialty, and while many people think VT is VT, the protocols are not all the same. But we wish you well!! Thank you for being here!

[@duckielouise]

What about NeuroLens? Would these be any different? What about prism glasses + training exercises for long-term?

[@visontherapy]

We do not prescribe prisms for long-term use. We do not even prescribe them as glasses but instead use a handheld prism on a stick for specific exercises and protocols for those who may need it very briefly. We are solely focused on improving vision long term and generally avoid the use of Band-Aid approaches.

[@KingKenTM]

I don’t have a lazy eye but I still have double vision for objects further away. I was prescribed some prism glasses today that are on their way. Is it still a good idea for me to wear them? Close objects aren’t an issue but once we get about 3 feet away I start seeing double. I don’t have a lazy eye so is my case different?

[@visontherapy]

We don't have a way of knowing unless we learn more about you specifically. Every situation is different. We would love to help you, but we need to learn more about your condition specifically. If you are interested in our help - please reach out! Please visit our website and fill out the Quality of Life Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com Or, you can can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY

[@anopirsten7565]

I have alternating Exotropia or something similar to Exotropia and I have 20/20 vision. Should I be worried about my prism glasses? I've been wearing them for about a year or two but nothing seems out of ordinary? I'd also like to add that I don't have double vision or anything like that, the way that my doctor described it to me is that it used light to help my eye stay in place because if I lose thought or de-concentrate my eye ends up being cross eyed

[@visontherapy]

Unfortunately, we cannot comment until we know more about you specifically. If you are interested, we help people all over the world and all ages!! We would love to learn more about you. Please visit our website and fill out the Quality of Life Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com Or, you can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY

[@loft4me]

Interesting. My prism is 4.00 out for both sides, which when applied for the first time back in 2020, allowed me to drive with new glasses, without having to keep one eye shut. The problem for me, is that neither my healthcare provider, Kaiser, nor America's Best vision care, would fill a wrap-type frame with my prism requirement. They say it can't be done. Because I cycle, I need a wrap type frame for wind protection. Anyways, I have an appointment this month, and I'm going to take in a new Oakley OX 8027 Crosslink frame. Hopefully the slight wrap can be filled. Thank you for the video.

[@visontherapy]

Good luck!

[@adrianwhitehead1950]

I also cycle and use a prism lens insert type wrap around frame from Bloc, works well and prescription changes are not expensive.

[@loft4me]

@@visontherapy Thank you.

[@marshajeanmary]

Hi, what do you think about prism glasses for homonymous Hemianopia?

[@visontherapy]

Thank you for the question Marsha, I used to prescribe those for patients. But what I found out is that it merely shifts the persons visual field to the side. What can happen is that it can throw off their sense of space and make them uncertain where things are at. Probably about 90% of the time most individuals won’t find them to be that beneficial. However, a few will. Hope this helps!

[@jmcqueen7355]

I've developed double vision over the past 2 years. How can I find vision therapy in Washington DC?

[@visontherapy]

Hi there. I do not know any doc local to you. Besides, I cannot advise about another clinic’s therapy as they definitely NOT all the same simply because it is called VT. For instance there are nightly effective protocols I developed and use that are exclusive to our clinic. For this reason (our higher success rate), we have many people still end up coming to us after having tried “therapy” elsewhere. Great news is that where you live doesn’t matter as we have patients from all over the world, including your state. So we would be glad to help you if you so desire. First thing to do would be to schedule an online consultation with me to discuss what you are experiencing and I can advise as to what is possible. To schedule your consultation, visit us at www.visionforlifeworks.com. Looking forward to see you on the schedule!

[@MariaDelCarmen0606]

I am 35. I think I have had double vision since I was little that have caused headaches images overlapping and pain in my eyes. Whenever I go to the optometrist he completely ignores me when I tell him I might have double vision and says my vision is fine. I tried driving when I was 23 and my headaches would get worse. I’m going to a neurologist because of the headaches I wonder if I should tell him about the double vision.

[@visontherapy]

Definitely, you should tell him. However, we would love to help you, but we need to learn more about you specifically. We customize our vision therapy programs to each individual. We help people all over the world! Please visit our website and fill out the Functional Vision Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com Or, you can can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY

[@isaacespapa1]

So i've had issues with double vision (horizontal) for about two years now, im 45, and my double vision started on my right peripheral and slowly grew leftward to where now i only see one imageif im looking all the way to the left. I cant focus enough to get one image unless im close up to within like 10 feet or so. I recently got glasses with a prism but i have to go back and have them increase the prism because im still seeing double. I recently been looking into getting contact with a prism. Went to the Dr to make sure i want diabetic or anything and my results were fine minus higher than normal blood pressure but not bad enough to need medication or anything

[@visontherapy]

Hi Isaac. Yes. This is why we do not advocate for prisms and help people not need them.

[@DaVinci368]

I’ve had a prism lens for 5 days and it has given me back my freedom and capacity to function. I have a paralyzed 4th nerve (palsy). Thus my doctors cannot train a muscle to work when the nerve no longer fires. So do you still claim that a prism lens is a bad idea and I should return to being unable to drive, read, work, etc?

[@visontherapy]

Hi there. It appears you miss the point being made about how and why prisms are used and why it is often counterproductive in the long run if the goal is better vision and not just a crutch. Now, if you want a quick and temporary fix then you are on the right track. Also, the assertion about 4th nerve palsy is not accurate considering we work with and have help many align their eyes. The fact is the recommendation made is based on what they know and so is the solution presented which is akin to recommending crutches or a wheelchair when the individual can indeed be trained to walk. Ultimately, it still doesn't change the reality about long-term prism use especially since you are only 5 days in. But we are happy for your relief and wish you the best! Good luck.

[@vanessatorres2517]

Not a bad idea at all, while the nerves arent firing well yet , you need an aid to be able to function and work and earn a living to pay bills everyday or even pay the doctor . . While in the process of healing , prism is or an aid is definitely needed to be able to function . To treat paralysis / paresis therapy is . Stroke patients need a crutch to assist to walk while undergoing rehab /therapy . I think dr julie should consider crutches are still beneficial for daily functionality and healing . Imnobility hampers the healing process.

[@unapologeticella4540]

I had strabismus surgery 13 yrs ago when i was 11 and today the dr said because of this, eye exercises wont help fix temporary lazy eyes from eye strain/stress.is this true?ty💜

[@visontherapy]

We have great success even after people have had surgery. We invite you to email us at [e-mail]. Also, please take the Quality of Life Questionnaire on our home page - www.visionforlifeworks.com

[@mecarr]

I have double vision due to multiple sclerosis. I was prescribed prism, strength 2, which helped. Would vision therapy help? My doctor said that my eyes would be get better, faster, the lesser I use the prism glasses. However, I’d like to speed up the process and am wondering if vision therapy would help.

[@visontherapy]

It is very likely, but we have no way of knowing without learning more about you. We customize our vision therapy programs to each individual. We help people all over the world! Please visit our website and fill out the Functional Vision Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com Or, you can can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY

[@skatealldayyyy]

i was prescribed prism glasses and wore them for a year. Im pretty sure my exotropia got worse, now I am realizing I need to learn how to actually use my eyes. Do you reccomend amblyoplay???

[@visontherapy]

We cannot recommend any treatment out there without know more about your condition specifically.

[@ritapsaila7123]

Pls help what you said in this video I am passing it how can I contact you. Sorry for my bad wrinting but I can understand when you a.re talking

[@visontherapy]

We would love to help you, but we need to learn more about you specifically. We customize our vision therapy programs to each individual. We help people all over the world! Please visit our website and fill out the Functional Vision Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com Or, you can can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY Please allow two business days for us to respond to accommodate all time zones. Thanks!

[@rachaellh]

I wish vision therapy wasn’t so expensive where I am.

[@visontherapy]

Not sure how much it is where you are but then it is important to ensure you get it right when you actually decide to do it. If you ever decide to explore it further, we can help you regardless of where you are in the world!

[@rachaellh]

I believe close to 4k for a year. Absolutely way too expensive for something not covered by insurance.

[@jaehee9519]

I went my entire life not knowing double vision wasn't normal. But I've also had headaches 8 days out of 10 for the past 20 years and would randomly go blind for up to an hour from ocular migraines quite often. At 29 (last year) I went to an optometrist on a whim because I got vision insurance for the first time and was surprised when they told me my double vision wasn't normal, and may be the cause of my headaches. My optometrist said my eye misalignment was by far the most severe case he had ever seen in his career. I was prescribed neurolens glasses and haven't had any instances of blindness nor have I had more than 6 headaches in the 12 months since wearing them. My concern about your advice in this video is that "training my eyes to align themselves" is essentially what my eyes were doing for the past 29 years, with chronic headaches and bouts of blindness as a result. How would vision therapy be different and result in reduced eye strain?

[@visontherapy]

Glad you are finding some kind of relief after that long. But your eyes weren’t being trained. They ran wild for 20 years. Driving a car that’s out of alignment for years will not fix it. In fact only makes it worse for car and driver. Hence vision therapy is not the same as your prev experience. Bottom line is we help the eyes function properly without crutches 🩼(Which is what the prisms are). This therefore eliminates the issues that tend to come with prisms over time. But I’m glad you are better than before!

[@shanitz18]

Is it true for yoked prism glasses??

[@Taylor757]

Where are you located? Everything was fine and then on jan 7.. one mo ago i looked at a new computer screen for less than a min and have non stop debilitating virtigo and unable to focus eyes. I have to been to 3 doctors. Dont know what to do. Im unable to work or do anything.

[@visontherapy]

We are located in Glen Carbon, IL, but we can help people all over the world! We would love to help you, but we need to learn more about you specifically. We customize our vision therapy programs to each individual. Please visit our website and fill out the Functional Vision Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com Or, you can can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY

[@hannalaforest4520]

I was diagnosed with vertical heterophoria and they say the only cure is prism glasses. But I’ve tried them every time I go up to the vision specialist and they don’t seem to help I don’t feel a difference in face it makes me feel more strained. Is this something that would help my disorder as well?? It’s very hard for me to look at screens I get dizzy for weeks

[@visontherapy]

We would love to help you, but we need to learn more about you specifically. We customize our vision therapy programs to each individual. We help people all over the world! Please visit our website and fill out the Functional Vision Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com Or, you can can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY

[@danif620]

I have a question. I have a strabismus in my left eye since I was born. I am also blind in that eye. Can prism glasses be used just to correct the eye turn in a blind eye? For cosmetic purpose and not as a vision therapy? I can perceive light and dark shades thru that light but thats about it. Thank you

[@visontherapy]

We need to learn more about your condition specifically. Please visit our website and fill out the Quality of Life Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com Or, you can can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY

[@artisticcannoli7440]

This is exactly me but in my right eye

[@hopeking3588]

Its the same with any prescription.every time i go back to the eye doctor they give me stronger glasses,sometimes I felt it was not nessary,but the doctor did.Now I'm 62 and can barley see.its like seeing threw fog in my right eye,they made both of my lenes stronger,with in 3 monthes my right eye is worse.i have a caterack in my right eye im cant even read.vut my other eye I can read.my right eyes use to be the stronger one,and my eyes flipped!

[@hopeking3588]

I also have wondering eyes and im very near sighted.i never had surgery as a baby with my wondering eyes.but I should have, but I had parents not were not insured

[@rachellerogers9399]

I was just recently prescribed prism after two head injuries a week apart (6 months ago) that led to dislocation of my c1 & c2 and post concussion syndrome. My doctor didn’t mention anything about therapy. I do photography for a living so if I can train things back to normal I’d much rather do that. Thank you for this video. I live several states away so I will try and find someone local.

[@visontherapy]

Hi Rachelle. Most people don’t know they have the option because yes their docs either don’t know better or isn’t willing to accept that the paradigm has changed and is changing and people do not need thicker and thicker lenses which gets worse each time. But now you do, you can change that for yourself. About finding someone local: first we work with people from all over the world and would love to help you. Second and most importantly, what we do is quite atypical and it would be a mistake to assume it is a standard outcome everywhere and all programs are the same. And I’m thinking no one wants to find this out at the end after much time, effort and money has been expended. If you wish to speak with Dr. Steinhauer directly to discuss your case and what is possible for you, please visit your website at www.visionforlifeworks.com. Thank you for being here!

[@visontherapy]

Also considering the Trauma that precipitated it, the approach Dr Julie uses may also be different above and beyond what most may think is necessary to ensure it isn’t just a surface mechanical fix.

[@Nambazi]

Do you have any tips for folks who have vision concerns but may only have access to basic optometry?

[@visontherapy]

Hi there, tough without any specific idea what the concerns are. You are welcome to share. Thanks for being here!

[@mystique917]

I have esotropia. Do you suggest surgery before prism glasses?

[@visontherapy]

Ultimately the choice is yours, but my position is that neither is the best choice in correcting your eyesight. Each path has significant limitations and drawbacks. the first is that surgery is well...surgery. but more than that the surgery is more about cosmetic alignment than improving your vision. We also see many patients who have had 2,3,4 or more surgeries who still end up coming to us. I have also made many videos about prisms including this one that shows its limitations and long-term effects. This is why I choose to pivot my practice to help patients resolve and improve their vision in a way that is more effective and makes either option unnecessary. Kinda sounds like a vision therapy pitch right? But it is what it is. Ultimately you want to ask yourself what do I want for my vision? Thick glasses that will tend to increase, surgery that may not do what I need it to, or actually get better vision without either option? The choice is yours. Thanks for being here.

[@usfamilyfinders2115]

I actually have sudden onset dbl vision and Im terrified! To even navigate i have to keep one eye closed. It started as dry sore eye , went to eye dr who said pressure and vision is good in both eyes but sent me to er because he was concerned....mri /ct scan showed a new mini stroke i had no idea i even had, but could find nothing around my eye. both eyes individually are just fine, but they will not work togther. can you help with this?

[@visontherapy]

We would love to help you, but we need to learn more about you specifically. We customize our vision therapy programs to each individual. We help people all over the world! Please visit our website and fill out the Functional Vision Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com Or, you can can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY

[@sharonhedman7874]

My double vision is from having brain surgery 2 times in 1 months. The neuro ophthalmologist wants me to use prism lenses, and vision therapy. Not working at all after 4 months. Is there a surgery that can help me?

[@visontherapy]

Hi Sharon. We likely can help you with our unique approach to therapy in order to help you avoid the use of prisms. A little confused however by your question about surgery after stating the likely effect of surgery on your vision. Is there a reason why you are asking about yet another surgery instead of Vision Therapy? Also, what do you mean by "Not working at all after 4 months?" Ultimately, there are many reasons why you could have developed double vision after surgery so more information will be required and more questions left to be asked.

[@taod01]

I think I have bvd my head hurts all the time and I’m dizzy 24/7 maybe due to misalignment of eyes . I’m 16 and I need desperate help I’m at school dizzy all the time I can’t focus on anything . What should I do?

[@visontherapy]

We customize our vision therapy programs to each individual. We need to learn more about you specifically. We help people all over the world! Please visit our website and fill out the Quality of Life Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com Or, you can can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY

[@Biglover29]

@VisionForLife&Success Will this help with binocular vision dysfunction?

[@visontherapy]

Yes, the therapy we do definitely helps with Binoc Dyxf.

[@Biglover29]

@@visontherapy Do you have an online course for those that live too far away?

[@visontherapy]

@@Biglover29 Hi there. no course as there is in fact a reason why it requires a license to practice optometry as things can get worse quickly even for inexperienced docs. But we do have remote patients from all over the world and would be glad to help you if you need our help! Typically the first thing to do is to schedule a consultation to discuss your case and then I can determine if we can help. To do so simply visit our website at www.visionforlifeworks.com and clic in the schedule a consultation button for info about how to schedule an online consultation. Thanks for being here and looking forward to seeing you on a consult!

[@gilbertabdo8813]

dear doctor i see the ground as slanted and this is causing alot of troubles in my walking gait and terrible joints pain- doctor is considering prism glasses- can we avoid this issue - ? or its ok to wear prism in this case ( its around 6 degree)

[@visontherapy]

We would need to know more about your condition specifically. That being said, we have tremendous success treating this condition - at any age! If you are interested, we help people all over the world! We would love to learn more about him. Please visit our website and fill out the Quality of Life Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com Or, you can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY

[@deejaysushant]

I have had a orbital tumor surgery a week before and im seeing double. Its more of a second ghost image. Will it go away on its own? Im unable to work in my laptop.

[@visontherapy]

We cannot comment on your condition without knowing a lot more information. We would love to help you, but we need to learn more about you specifically. We customize our vision therapy programs to each individual. We help people all over the world! Please visit our website and fill out the Functional Vision Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com Or, you can can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY

[@shanitz18]

I have just started using prism for hyper mobility eyes. My Dr told me to wear it for 2 months so my body will relax and than we will start doing exercises. Does 2 month can hurt the eyes? I only got them few days ago. And my eyes are relaxed. I dont have double vision but my right eye overworking so she shifting my sight 2 mm to the left. What damage can it do?

[@visontherapy]

It is important to follow the advice of your doc unless you determine it isn’t helping. So while it is not the approach I would have taken if it works for you then your objective has been met at least temporarily. Typically longer term use is more likely to be an issue than short term. If next time they wish to increase the prism then you know something has changed.

[@Sarablueunicorn]

what about prism glasses to correct binocular diplopia caused by myasthenia gravis?

[@visontherapy]

Yes, prism glasses can be used for aligning eyes in many situations. But we believe in training the brain to manage vision without prisms as often as possible.

[@MyIndependentChannel]

Where is that promised followup video with an update on the effectiveness of the techniques used on the patient discussed in this video? I would like to know where things stand 3 years later...

[@visontherapy]

Hi there, it is a little challenging to locate such videos due to the fact that they are usually anonymized and frankly there are too many patients with successes to track for each KZbin video. Please refer to the Case Studies playlist for a plethora of videos to help show what is possible in these cases. Dr Julie also shares progress reports weekly in her weekend emails to those on our list. So you are welcome to follow that also. Thanks for being here!

[@fredkanada3461]

My eyes felt like they were crossing. One day while driving, out of nowhere, I started seein dbl vision. I'll be 55 in a few days, I'm sleep deprived and exhausted, but a gal's gotta eat, so I do work. Even with brand new progressive perscription including BI I still see dbl. After 3 mins online, I found a video that spoke of BINOCULAR DIPLOPIA, which described me to a T. Yes, things that make you go hmmmm, indeed. I've suffered from dry eye, sleep deprivation, poor diet since all I do is work & sleep, so I'm wearing my horizontal prism for a week, trying to get more sleep, using an eye drop and hope this improves my vision 'til I can get Lasik (maybe).

[@Sandra-mi2oj]

I have an autoimmune eye disease that causes fibrotic scarring of the eye muscles (among other things). Vision therapy helped but only to a point. Prisms allow me to have functional eyesight. I think everyone needs to explore vision therapy as a part of resolving or improving double vision-but don’t dismiss or avoid using prisms if needed.

[@marcospintor1333]

I get double vision from reading books and things that are close to me. And it really hurts my eyes if I try to move my eyes towards my nose and gives me bad headaches. I usually close one eye. I’d do anything 😭

[@visontherapy]

We help people all over the world! Please visit our website and fill out the Quality of Life Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com Or, you can can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY

[@winwinwin282828]

We had a patient who has the same problem but for far. He gets double vision when looking far. We gave him some prism and he told us that is the best pair of specs he got. We could have gotten him back to do vision therapy sessions and we get to earn extra but he ain't got time for that unfortunately.

[@lambylambcurly]

Same here, too difficult with upclose vision. blurred and uncofortable. Were you able to find out why it is.

[@manitarai2969]

can vision therapy will still work for lazy eye strabismus eye at the age of 24--25

[@visontherapy]

Yes! We have many videos on this subject. Please subscribe to our channel and check them out!

[@hemantparakh6462]

I discovered an multiple use of Optical Glasses within a Range of 1.25 upto 101 power so kindly suggest how to implement my Niche

[@visontherapy]

Please clarify your question.

[@ritapsaila7123]

what you said is true I am the one from 6 now I am 30 prism. now I am waiting to call me for surgery and it's TRUE the eyes goes worst whit the prism.i wish I live near you .feeling sad but I know now that how I am feeling you axplaing very well.

[@visontherapy]

We would love to help you, but we need to learn more about you specifically. We customize our vision therapy programs to each individual. We help people all over the world! Please visit our website. Here you will find two options to connect with us. One, fill out the Functional Vision Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com Or two, you can can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY Please allow two business days for us to respond to accommodate all time zones. Thanks!

[@rob-wh4ns]

I had cataract surgery and have double vision is that comen in cataract surgery patients or is there no corelation

[@visontherapy]

Hi there, it is a commonly reported occurrence with that surgery.

[@beckybarnes8875]

It does help people so there should not be a never say never.

[@visontherapy]

Of course. Prisms help but they aren’t meant to be kept. So ultimately they ought to be discarded at some point else one likely ends up with a worse condition. Thank you for being here!

[@saramessore9197]

I was prescribed prisms, WITH vision therapy. Because I have exotropia, as well as Convergence insufficiency, and I believe something else. I did a lot of tests with a specialist, that showed how bad mine is (even though my general vision is okay), and she suggested vision therapy as well as prisms. But I'm nervous about this too. Any suggestions, or advice to bring to my dr?

[@visontherapy]

Unfortunately, we cannot comment on your condition without knowing a lot more about you specifically.

[@saramessore9197]

@@visontherapy Okay that makes sense. Thank you

[@johntrailearvin]

Did you ever have double vision?

[@saramessore9197]

@@johntrailearvin yes very often

[@johntrailearvin]

Oh we have the same things but I never had double vision so idk if prisms will work for me

[@LaurenGiovina]

My doc told me that vision therapy won’t help me and would make things worse. I was diagnosed with vertical heterophoria. I forget the reason why. I keep asking for a copy of my records but I’ve yet to receive them. I remember them saying that I have a vertical and horizontal misalignment. Any thoughts? I’m currently wearing prisms. They help, but I find myself wanting to take them off throughout the day.

[@visontherapy]

Hi Lauren. It is no surprise they would day that. First off because thats what they were taught in school and secondly because some docs arent open minded to expand their perspective once they graduate and get set in their ways. Yet the facts say differently and as a result we get a lot of patients reporting that their doc is quite surprised at their improvement. Here is one of many such examples copied from our website: After my stroke and loss of peripheral vision, and In spite of my ophthalmologist’s statement that “ It was impossible to regain any sight” my partner convinced me to try the Vision for Life program. After several months, I noticed while walking in the streets that vision seemed “MUCH WIDER” This was a great encouragement in a vision training which I at times felt was not moving forward. This wonderful discovery gave us new encouragement. Two months later, April 2023 the same ophthalmologist who, after executing vision measurements the previous year stated “ I am surprised to observe that your peripheral vision is CONSIDERABLY wider” I told him about your program which he one year ago thought was just a waste of time and money. He encouraged me to continue. A new date for verifications next year is agreed. In the meantime, me and my dear and helpful partner will continue with renewed energy. In the 3 weeks since the last measurements it feels that it has opened up further. We now look forward to each Tursday`s Zoom session with Jill. I am very pleased to recommend this program for anyone in a similar situation. In the world with new “digital meeting places”, Zoom etc, it works quite well to receive follow up and instructions remotely. What I in the beginning turned to out of desperation and not out of belief, actually delivers! With renewed energy, we are now continuing on the journey back to a completely restored vision which I look forward to proving that to the initially skeptical doctors, I would like to recommend Vision for Life for anyone with similar problems. - AR As far as prisms and Vertical H goes, it really isn't fixing your field of vision but instead shifting viable vision over and yes many patients report not liking due to discomfort and often cos they end up bumping into things since it is only robing peter to pay Paul so to speak. You are welcome schedule an online consultation to discuss your case specifics further and what’s possible for you, because Ultimately it’s up to you to decide about your health in-spite of the opinion of skeptics. Thanks for being here!

[@LaurenGiovina]

Thanks for this info! This week, I started to get stabbing pain in my dominant eye and my left eye looks “dead”. I haven’t worn the glasses in two days. Too many headaches, jaw pain. My non dominant eye is now feeling strange, but headaches and jaw pain are much less. My doc now thinks that I either need a different prescription or there’s an underlying issue. I’ve always had amblyopia. Patch as a kid, etc, but never had issues with driving and dizziness until after I had Covid in 2020! I will look into all of this. Thanks so much for taking the time to write to me!

[@visontherapy]

@@LaurenGiovinaYou are welcome!Hmm… There could be a lot of etiologies with what you are experiencing…but we can help amblyopia, driving, dizziness. Headaches could be indicating something serious. I recommend a general phys for headaches and jaw pain to rule out whatever that is.

[@wahanataik]

So what you are saying you use VT right?

[@visontherapy]

Yes, we have great success with our Vision Therapy Programs!

[@manitarai2969]

Can lazy eye be fixed at age 24 without any surgery ? like taking some eye exercise

[@visontherapy]

Yes! We have many videos on how we help people at any age. Please subscribe to our channel and check them out!

[@FireCraftEntertainment]

Does Vision Therapy work with small BVD misalignments? And if I don’t have access to them, what vision exercises do you recommend to do at home?

[@visontherapy]

Yes, it does work. However, we cannot recommend activities because we don’t know anything about you. All of our vision therapy exercises are customized to the individual.

[@joecaponi8511]

Please would love your second opinion, I have alternating exotropia and the dr wants to make me wear prism lenses. I'm at the point now where my eyes cross even wearing my glasses. I'm scared to drive cause I see double and triple especially at night!!! Thanks for your help

[@visontherapy]

We cannot comment without knowing more about your condition specifically. That being said, we have tremendous success treating this condition - at any age! If you are interested, we help people all over the world! We would love to learn more about him. Please visit our website and fill out the Quality of Life Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com Or, you can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY

[@joecaponi8511]

@@visontherapy the optometrist said I have attracting exotropia, but my eyes sit straight normal when I stare at something or focus the left eye only will cross. They wound up not listening to the prescription and didn't put in the prisms cause the lady seen my eyes sit normal and she said that yeah texting and upmost you will be able to see but as soon as you look up you will see triple. But now my script she put through was OD -100/-100/ axis 90 OS -025/-1.50/ axis 80 Without the prisms, he wanted 2BI in each lense. She had me try these for a week now and my eyes still crossing!! This is via Eyeglass world.. Thanks for your help my eyes are bad enough don't need them to be worse!

[@TheMainCal]

Would this be like glasses like neurolens?

[@visontherapy]

Yes Neurolens are a type prism

[@ashleym4084]

What about 4th ocular nerve palsy/vertical heterophoria caused by concussion? I was just prescribed prisms for this along with Syntonics.

[@visontherapy]

What exactly is your question?

[@ashleym4084]

@@visontherapy you say you don’t recommend prisms. What about in cases of 4th ocular nerve palsy?

[@heidicalhoun7382]

@@visontherapy following this comment. As my 11yr old is in the exact same boat as Ashley’s 😔

[@ashleym4084]

@@heidicalhoun7382 i would really love an answer!

[@philipmakafuiamewonor1188]

@@ashleym4084 have you found a solution yet ? 🥺. I also suffered from concussion and I’m experiencing double vision

[@markmiller7847]

Can therapy help someone who is 65 years old? l was prescribed lenses with prisms a few years ago and i hate wearing them and only use them at night or when I’m tired. things are getting worse and they prescribed stronger ones now and I hate they way they add colors to the edges of everything. like you said in the video it seems it will keep getting worse and not better using the glasses.

[@visontherapy]

Absolutely! If you are interested, we help people all over the world and all ages!! We would love to learn more about you. Please visit our website and fill out the Quality of Life Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com Or, you can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY

[@markmiller7847]

@@visontherapy I filled out the form but no one ever reached out to me :(

[@agoogleuser5830]

Here's what they have in my notes. Exotropia, Vertical strabismus of right eye, and Diplopia. I believe my first surgery was in 2006. I had three surgeries since. The last one being in 2016. I remember having a plastic prism on my glasses that already had prisms already in the glasses. I remember when the lady who operating on me for my last surgery asked if I wanted to be far or near sided. Was very interesting that I had to make a decision on that. I knew I had time to think about it. I can't remember what I chose. I do want to say one thing which in your video makes sense. When all of this started to happen, the difference between wearing my glasses and not wearing them are so much more worse now. I've been so used to seeing what I can using prism lenses. It really hasn't effected me though. I do know it truly is a lot more difficult to see without my glasses than before. I had my procedures done in Madison, Wisconsin. Thanks for the information.

[@visontherapy]

Thank you for sharing! We are here for you if you ever need anything!

[@viratgowda4410]

I'm 17 and my right eye(only right eye) turns in whn i try to see anything which is far or near, It's very difficult to ride a vehicle or to read anything,,, I can't make any eye contact with anyone because it'll so embarassing So mam is there anything you can help for this,.please

[@visontherapy]

Everyone's situation is different. We need to learn more about your condition specifically. Please visit our website and fill out the Quality of Life Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com Or, you can can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY

[@katiexyz3263]

How do you determine root causes if you have had this for twenty or more years? And no history of injury?

[@Ismimical]

I live in Pennsylvania, how can I go through the therapy?

[@visontherapy]

We would love to help you, but we need to learn more about you specifically. We customize our vision therapy programs to each individual. We help people all over the world! Please visit our website and fill out the Functional Vision Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com. We will walk you through our online process. Or, you can can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY

[@Ismimical]

@@visontherapy I sure will, thank you so much!

[@marinellagreco7799]

I am in England, so I can’t ring, unless you have what’s up. I looked at your website, BUT I can only see the way to pay for a consulation call $ 149. I do NOT know if you can help me, so I would like to tell you my child 8y situation, before paying. thanks

[@visontherapy]

Hi Marinell, what’s going on in general with your 8yr old?

[@lelextouch5932]

How can i get treatment from malaysia? Exotropia strabismus

[@visontherapy]

We need to learn more about you specifically. We customize our vision therapy programs to each individual. We help people all over the world! Please visit our website and fill out the Functional Vision Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com Or, you can can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY

[@user-lp3zs5jf7w]

I was told that for those whose eye "pull in" (left eye pulls towards the center) exercises won't work, as there's no way to force your eyes "outward" manually. So if this is true, the only type of binocular vision that can be rectified with therapy, are situations where the eyes are pulling outward. Am I stuck with no options other than prism lenses?

[@visontherapy]

Unfortunately sometimes youtube does not show all the comments in a timely manner. We have helped MANY with the same description as you state above not only correct the vision but also eliminate the prism and in most cases reduce their lens standard prescription. You are welcome to schedule an online consultation to discuss your case and how we can help further. You can do so by visiting us at www.visionforlifeworks.com and then clicking on schedule a consultation. Thanks for being here!

[@LaurenGiovina]

They told me the exact same thing!

[@blondelogan9146]

I have a prism sticker on right now and looking around for new frames at the moment so I can get prism lens made. My story is very different from most I've heard. I had eyelid surgery and immediately after is when I seen double. It's been roughly 7 months. My surgeon keeps trying to convince me I was born this way and now that my eyes are open more I'm seeing double. It just doesn't sound right to me. But I'm wondering if that could be true or something went wrong during surgery if that's even possible? But I don't like to wear glasses all the time I would like to get back into contacts. So your video has given me hope that there is another option. Thank you so much for the video.

[@visontherapy]

You are welcome! We would love to help you, but we need to learn more about you specifically. We help people all over the country and the world! Please visit our website and fill out the Quality of Life Questionnaire on the home page, then one of our therapists will be in touch! www.visionforlifeworks.com Or, you can can schedule a consultation for $149 by clicking the link below: visiont.kartra.com/page/PxT101?fbclid=IwAR3n6NODZP5a4bYNFhi34J9bIRFT1Ir2JEt_EMeAGWYU0e_nMwB6rCJ35yY

[@caroleanne8529]

Interesting how doctors make whatever happened "your fault." I had unnecessary cataract surgery in one eye (I really had a macular pucker). Whatever lens the ophthalmologist chose causes the image I see with that eye to be more than double in size compared to the image I see with the other eye. I have had double vision since the surgery 3 years ago, because the eye that had the cataract surgery drifts outward. The doctor's response was I could wear an eye patch and she wouldn't pull my driver's license, since I can see with one eye.

[@blondelogan9146]

@@caroleanne8529 you're 100% right, all he could have done was tell me that there's risks with every procedure and not lie to me. But I've seen a different opthamologist and he said he could inject Botox into my dominant eye and that would help me not to see double, or go ahead with surgery and try that out. I'm going for a third opinion the end of May. Maybe Botox could also help you, but definitely see a different opthamologist. I hope you can find some help. And look into malpractice lawsuits.

[@zzzsann]

I was prescribed prism glasses by my eye doctor after getting double vision due to my exotropia surgery. does it work or does it make my lazy eye come back? btw it is only given in my right eye and the other eye has normal lenses

[@visontherapy]

Zko, thanks for the question. With the prism prescription, it sounds like it is already back unfortunately. There are many reasons why I don’t advocate surgery and this would be one of them. But breathe easy, all hope is not lost and it is fixable even post surgery.

[@zzzsann]

@@visontherapy thank you... but my doctor told me that my eye has gotten better and also the people around me. and the prism is just used to cover up my double vision. I doubt that my doctor would lie to me… and I need the surgery because I was buried in my insecurity. but other than that, does prism make my lazy eye come back, or will it stay the same?

[@visontherapy]

@@zzzsann Thank you for the information. I am not suggesting your Doctor lied to you. My perspective for the use for prisms may be different from that of your Doc. Prisms have their definite use but are not a good long term solution. However, since I do not know the specifics of your case, I would suggest you ask your Doc about this so as not to confuse opinions or interfere with what they are trying to do. I have also made several other videos on Prisms that may educate you more. So feel free to check those out. Thank you for being here.