Functional Vision Evaluation
Functional Vision Evaluation
When a child or adult shows signs of performance challenges, the first step is a comprehensive functional evaluation assessing the 17 essential visual skills that enable individuals to process and interpret visual information effectively. This evaluation includes an assessment of binocular vision, sensorimotor function, and visual processing abilities. It measures critical skills like eye coordination, reading fluency, letter recognition, math performance, handwriting, attention, concentration, workplace tasks, and sports performance.
Our doctors will identify any visual diagnoses affecting educational or work outcomes, prescribe corrective lenses if needed, and, for children, provide a detailed written report. This report includes classroom accommodations and a tailored plan for therapeutic solutions to address visual challenges and support long-term success.
How Often Should You Have A Functional Vision Evaluation?
Comprehensive vision evaluations are recommended annually or whenever symptoms like difficulty focusing, eye strain, or learning difficulties arise, ensuring that any deficiencies are promptly identified and addressed.
17 Visual Skills Assessed During Functional Vision Evaluation
Our comprehensive Functional Vision Evaluation assesses the following:
- Central Visual Acuity: The ability to see objects clearly and accurately in the center of your vision.
- Peripheral Vision: The capacity to detect objects or movement at the edges of your visual field while looking straight ahead.
- Depth Perception: The ability to judge the relative distance between objects and understand their spatial relationships.
- Color Perception: The skill of recognizing and differentiating between various colors and shades.
- Eye-Movement Control: The ability of each eye to focus and maintain alignment on an object.
- Binocular Coordination: The process of both eyes working together seamlessly to create a single, clear, and comfortable image.
- Saccades: The rapid movement of the eyes from one focal point to another, essential for tasks like reading.
- Pursuits: The smooth tracking of moving objects by both eyes, such as following a ball in motion.
- Convergence: The ability of both eyes to turn inward and focus together on a nearby object.
- Accommodation Flexibility: The eyes’ ability to quickly shift focus between objects at different distances.
- Accommodation Endurance: The capacity to maintain focus on close objects for extended periods without strain.
- Visual Memory: The ability to retain and recall images or information seen previously.
- Visual Thinking: The process of analyzing and interpreting visual information for tasks like spatial learning or problem-solving.
- Gross Visual-Motor Skills: Using visual input to guide large body movements, such as running or catching a ball.
- Fine Visual-Motor Skills: The ability to use visual input to control precise movements of the hands, fingers, or feet.
- Visual Perception: The skill of interpreting and making sense of what is seen, combining vision with cognitive processing.
- Visual Integration: The ability to coordinate vision with other sensory inputs to perform complex activities, such as writing or playing sports.
Why Choose Vision Development of WNY?
When you work with Vision Development of WNY you will receive:
- Expertise: Our behavioral optometrists and vision therapy specialists are highly trained and have over 40 years of experience.
- Individualized Approach: We use a proven, individually tailored approach to introduce, improve, and reinforce functional vision skills ensuring the most effective outcomes.
- Comprehensive Services: From initial evaluation to tailored non-invasive treatment and therapy plans, our caring team helps children and adults achieve their full potential academically, athletically, and socially, allowing them to achieve their goals and realize their dreams.
Get Started Today
Ready to take the first step towards better vision and improved quality of life? Contact us today to schedule your comprehensive functional vision evaluation. There’s Hope In Sight!