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CNN reports on a new study in the journal of Pediatrics suggests that recovery from a brain injury or concussion can take anywhere from days to weeks to years depending on the age of the injured and the severity of the concussion. In conjunction with other symptoms such as headaches, blurred vision and dizziness, a…

The Ghost in my Brain Clark Elliott We are starting Brain Injury Awareness Month with reviewing book that is an intimate and personal account of suffering from a concussion. Clark Elliott had a short blackout as the result of a fairly minor automobile accident. His symptoms were anything but minor. For over a decade he…

Children and teens with special needs have just as much desire as everyone else to feel a part of and unlike everyone else, they already have something that sets them apart. We need to celebrate the differences that these kids have and empower them in society to be the best they can be. This is…

It’s hard to imagine any NHL goalie getting ready to play or practice without a series of dynamic stretches and movements designed to warm up the key muscles required to stop pucks. For many goalies, though, the most important muscles are in their head. The world is starting to catch on to the benefits of…

Many older adults experience a fear of falling. People who develop this fear often limit their activities. This can result in physical weakness, making the risk of falling even greater. According to a new study, older people with strabismus, where one eye points slightly inward or outward affecting vision, are about 27 percent more likely…

The entire office staff organized a surprise retirement party for one of Dr. Suter’s long-term employees, Carolyn Vega, disguising it as Becky’s birthday party. Carolyn is a HUGE Harry Potter fanatic and Halloween has always been her favorite holiday. In honor of her retirement celebration, we planned a Halloween/Harry Potter themed gathering. Carolyn had no…

Vision Therapy is important for people suffering from concussions. As awareness of concussions grows, so does the information about the therapy to treat it. “The therapy has received more and more attention as students, schools and athletic trainers have focused more on the signs and symptoms of concussion. Awareness of concussions, particularly in young athletes,…

We had a great time at the Baby & Child Expo on Saturday, August 29th, educating kids of all ages—moms, dads, grandparents, children, and medical professionals about the necessity of vision exams not just for adults but for infants and children, as well. We had an on-site raffle for children’s sunglasses and posted below are…

Poor contact lens hygiene, care and regimen can lead to eye diseases which cause blindness. Good contact lens practice and awareness are crucial aspects to maintain a healthy lifestyle for you and your eyes. Don’t be a victim of contact lenses complications like this individual described in this blog: http://www.buzzfeed.com/stephaniemcneal/blinded-by-contacts#.ncyJagNd6D.

This August marks 20 years since the start of public awareness on the connection between vision and learning. In 1995, President Bill Clinton declared the month of August as the National Children’s Vision and Learning Month. With school just around the corner, it is highly recommended that parents schedule their children for a comprehensive eye…