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Do you or your child struggle with reading, experience headaches, or feel eye strain after prolonged visual tasks? These could be signs of visual stress. At Insight Eyecare, we offer specialized visual stress testing to identify and manage this condition, improving comfort and performance in daily activities such as reading and studying.
Visual stress, also known as Meares-Irlen Syndrome, refers to discomfort or difficulty caused by visual processing issues. It’s commonly associated with:
While visual stress can affect anyone, it is particularly prevalent in individuals with dyslexia, ADHD, or other learning difficulties.
Common symptoms include:
If you or your child experience any of these symptoms, a visual stress test could provide valuable insights and relief.
At Insight Eyecare, we use a simple, non-invasive process to identify visual stress:
1. Colored Overlays
Simple, transparent sheets in specific colors can be placed over text to reduce visual discomfort and improve reading fluency.
2. Tinted Lenses
Glasses with custom-tinted lenses offer long-term relief for those who experience visual stress in a variety of settings, including classrooms and workplaces.
3. Lifestyle Adjustments
We’ll also provide tips for optimizing your environment, such as improving lighting or taking regular breaks from screen use, to further reduce symptoms.
Visual stress testing is especially helpful for:
If you suspect visual stress may be affecting you or your child, don’t wait to seek help.
Contact us today to schedule a visual stress test and take the first step toward clearer, more comfortable vision.
01550 728323
insighteyecare@llandovery.org
Monday: Closed Tuesday: 9am -5pm Wednesday: 9am -6pm Thursday: 9am -5pm Friday: 9am -6pm Sat/Sun: Closed
8 Stone Street, Llandovery, SA20 0JR.