This represents a DevelopmentalModel of Vision. The outer circle represents the life activities that are important to your child: school, work, coordination/sports, play, relationships and success in life. A strong […]

The Developmental Vision Model

My Ape Is…Tap Into Your Imagination
Imagination has no boundaries. The following activity taps the imagination–its one that kids of all ages can do–it can be done almost anywhere. The siller the responses, the better!

Take an “Imaginary” Hot Air Balloon Trip
This activity emphasizes relaxing, breathing, quiet, safety and fun…great for kids…great for adults.

Vision Therapy Success for Convergence Insufficiency
There is an excellent case study of how successful vision therapy is for patients diagnosed with convergence insufficiency.

Tip #50 HAVE FUN!
50 Tips to Improve YOur Sports Performance-Last of the 50 FREE Tips

Tip #49 Practice, Practice, Practice…
Brain research shows that neurons that fire together wire together.

EYE HEALTH CARE IS ESSENTIAL AND NOW IT’S COVERED FOR CHILDREN
Comprehensive pediatric vision is one of 10 essential benefits authorized by the ACA as a required benefit for all health plans sold in the new state-based health insurance marketplaces .

Tip #48 Find an eye doctor you can trust and speak with about sports vision
Many optometrists and ophthalmologists give excellent vision care. However, if you are really interested in an eye doctor to help you improve your sports performance, check out these websites: www.COVD.org – Click on […]

Tip #47 LASIK refractive surgery may be a great treatment option
LASIK surgery is highly successful in eliminating the need to wear glasses or contact lenses for sports. Yet some possible side effects could hinder your sports performance. Each person must weigh the chances for success […]

COVD Tour de Optometry Visit at Ketchum U (SCCO Optometry School)
Thanks very much to the faculty and students at SCCO for collaborating with #COVD on a wonderful, exciting Tour de Optometry visit.