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DIFFICULTY WITH VISION FOLLOWING AN ACQUIRED BRAIN INJURY
Most people think of good vision in terms of being able to see 20/20. However, following an acquired
brain injury many people notice changes in their vision, making visual activities more difficult even
though they may or may not be able to see clearly.
Good vision Includes:
1) Being able to see clearly with a full visual field
2) Being able to move the eyes smoothly, quickly, and accurately (gross ocular skills). Having
both eyes work efficiently and effectively together (eye teaming and alignment).
3) Being able to process visual information efficiently and accurately (perceptual skills).
Common symptoms of changes in visual functioning following an acquired brain injury:
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Fatigue with visual tasks (reading,
computer use, driving, paperwork)
Aching eyes or eyestrain
Dizziness
Seeing double or blurry vision
Difficulty with peripheral vision
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Poor tolerance for visually busy
environments or pictures
Decreased tolerance for riding in a car
or driving
Light sensitivity
Difficulty with visual skills can impact an individual’s performance of everyday activities such as:
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Driving
Working
Using a computer
Reading
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Filling out
paperwork
Following a recipe
Shopping
Hobbies
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Being outside in the
sunlight
Sports
Watching TV
Paying bills
MANAGEMENT OF DIFFICULTY WITH VISION
Addressing changes in the visual system can improve an individual’s functioning in their everyday
activities. We provide assistance for managing and improving these changes in the visual system as
part of a comprehensive Occupational Therapy treatment plan.
This includes:
 A vision screening to assist with identifying visual symptoms which may be impacting
an individual’s functioning following an acquired brain injury.
 Assistance to find an eye doctor knowledgeable in evaluating and diagnosing these
symptoms as well as knowledgeable in vision rehabilitation.
 Collaboration with the eye doctor to carry out the treatment plan for improving
functional visual skills and every day functioning.
 Assistance to identify and implement strategies as well as aides to improve every day
functioning.
Neuro Rehab Associates, 2135 Charlotte St. Suite 3, Bozeman, MT 59718
(406) 586-8030 Fax (406) 586-8036 www.neurorehab.health.officelive.com