Panorama Optometry

What Are The Signs My Child Would Benefit from Vision Therapy?

Parents often assume a simple eye chart test guarantees their child’s vision is perfect.

However, 20/20 vision only measures sharpness at a distance, entirely missing the complex visual processing skills required for reading, writing, and learning.

So, what are the signs your child might actually benefit from vision therapy?

Watch for these behavioural clues, especially during schoolwork:

✅ Reading Difficulties

Frequently losing their place, using a finger to track words, or skipping lines entirely.

✅ Physical Discomfort

Persistent eye rubbing, frequent headaches after school, or covering one eye to focus.

✅ Postural Changes

Holding books or tablets unusually close to their face and tilting their head.

✅ Academic Struggles

A notoriously short attention span for near tasks or a sudden drop in reading comprehension.

Vision therapy acts as physical therapy for your child’s eyes and brain, strengthening the neural pathways necessary for proper eye coordination, tracking, and focusing. Panorama Optometry’s team has decades of experience honing the vision therapy process and building custom therapy programs for children across the region.

If you notice these persistent signs, do not wait. Book a consultation for your child at Panorama Optometry's Surrey clinic today by calling 604-576-6588 for tailored therapy services.

How Your Optometrist Can Help with Spring Allergies

Spring’s arrival brings increased pollen and other allergens, causing uncomfortable symptoms like itchy, watery eyes, redness, and inflammation. When symptoms become severe, they can interrupt your work, prevent safe driving, and limit enjoyment of time outdoors.

Panorama Optometry offers specialized care and tailored relief beyond off-the-shelf options. Request a visit with our experienced optometrists for a comprehensive strategy to safeguard your eyes and ensure long-term comfort.

Our team can help:

✔️ Confirm there’s no other cause for your eye issues

Your optometrist will assess your eyes to confirm irritation is strictly due to allergies and not another underlying eye condition.

✔️ Identify the ideal eye drops for relief

We use our decades of experience to help you choose the right eye drops or prescription relief, tailored to the severity of your condition for maximum effectiveness.

✔️ Provide a treatment plan for the coming months

We will provide a comprehensive treatment roadmap designed to cover the peak months ahead, ensuring long-term relief from your most severe symptoms.

Don't let allergies ruin your spring. Schedule your spring eye health checkup with Panorama Optometry today! Call us today at 604-576-6588 or book your spring checkup online!