WHAT IS SPORTS VISION EVALUATION
Vision is the dominant sense that affects sports performance. In many sports it is more critical than muscular strength or size of a person.
Sports vision tests are more extensive than regular eye exam because of the higher vision demand placed on an athlete.
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WHO BENEFITS FROM SPORTS VISION EVALUATION
Athletes
Participants in Action Sports
Casual Sports Participants
Anyone interested in improving Sports Performance
Active adults intending to enhance physical activities
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WHO USED SPORTS VISION
Sports vision evaluation and improvement was mostly available to professional athletes and elite sportspersons. However, lately this professional help is available to every active person who wants to improve his or her score / performance.
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COMPONENTS OF SPORTS VISION EVALUATION
Binocular Vision: Ability to use both the eyes in coordinated way.
Depth Perception: Ability to perceive the depth clearly and quickly.
Peripheral Vision: Ability to see around while focusing on specific object.
Fusion: Ability to stay focused on an object with both eyes together.
In addition there are many more sports specific tests administered during evaluation
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HOW IS THE VISION IMPROVED
After evaluation, the potential improvement is discussed with the athlete and a series of therapy sessions are held at our office.
After therapy sessions, vision is again evaluated to measure change.
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WHAT NEXT?
Call our office at 714 YES EYES (714 937-3937) and ask for an appointment for Sports Vision Evaluation. Be prepared for screening and exam up to 3 hours. Frequently, it is done in two visits.
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