What other conditions can neuro-optometry treat?

Neuro-optometrists help patients who’ve survived a stroke, sustained varying degrees of brain injury or have a neurological condition that impedes visual function. All of these conditions can reduce visual skills and may cause symptoms that hinder independent functioning and harm quality of life. By rehabilitating the visual system, a neuro-optometrist can provide relief and promote a greater degree of recovery to these patients.

Do all optometrists provide neuro-optometric rehabilitation therapy?

No. A neuro-optometrist is a Doctor of Optometry with [specialized] training in the area of visual system rehabilitation. A general optometrist performs [eye_exams], diagnoses and manages eye diseases and prescribes corrective lenses to patients. General optometrists do not have the training or experience to perform neuro-optometric rehabilitation therapy.

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