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Ciuffreeda KJ The scientific basis for and efficacy of optometric vision therapy in non-strabismic accommodative and vergence disorders. Optometry 2002 Dec; 73 (12):735-62.
This article summarizes models of the accommodative (eye focusing) and vergence (eye teaming systems), as well as cure rates of vision therapy for problems with accommodation and vergence.

Professional Workshops:

From Eyesight to Insight: Visual/Vestibular Assessment & Treatment

 

  • Mary Kawar, MS, OTR

  • Carl Hillier, OD, FCOVD

Houston, TX May 20-21, 2011
Bothell, WA June 3-4, 2011
Calgary, Alberta August 26-27, 2011
St. Louis, MO November 4-5, 2011

 

Mary Kawar, MS, OTR, a private practitioner in San Diego, Ca. for over 18 years, has specialized in programs for children and adults with learning disabilities. She was director of occupational therapy for 18 years at Children's Hospital in San Diego. Mary has been particularly successful at designing treatment to improve vestibular and ocular motor abilities. She has lectured widely in the area of sensory integration.

 

Dr. Carl Hillier, OD, FCOVD is a certified Fellow in the College of Optometrists in Vision Development. He practices the functional and developmental concepts in his approach to treating vision problems and enhancing vision skills. He lectures on topics related to infant vision development, visually related learning difficulties, the visual demands of computer use and sports vision. Carl founded and directs the San Diego Rehabilitation Institute, a clinic to treat the visual problems associated with brain injury.

 

This cutting edge and popular continuing education workshop for professionals who provide services to children & adults with special needs allows a practical opportunity for participants to interact with a sensory integrative occupational therapist and developmental optometrist as they collaborate on the goal of facilitating optimum performance in children with movement and vision issues. Speakers will reveal and clarify some of the mysteries of previously ambiguous performance issues in childhood. Participants will develop a broader net for capturing the subtleties of visual-vestibular behavior by gaining insight into underlying causes. Hands on experience will provide ample opportunities for everyone to learn how to administer a vision screening examination. Comprehensive treatment protocols will be shared so that therapists are exposed to a broad range of practical, innovative, sequential vestibular-visual activities and exercises for use with their clients. A vision screening kit will be available for purchase with registration or at the workshop. For registration information, click on www.pdppro.com or call Professional Development Programs/PDP Products at 651- 439-8865.