Convergence Insufficiency Resources
Explore more in depth about convergence insufficiency, including how it affects a patient’s vision (and brain wiring) and exercises and treatments to address it.
What is Convergence Insufficiency?
Convergence Insufficiency is a common vision condition in which your eyes are unable to work together while looking at nearby objects. When we focus on objects up close, our eyes are forced to move inward, allowing our brain to create images. This is called “convergence”. When your eyes are unable to correctly align, the brain is unable to merge these photos. This results in what is called convergence insufficiency, which occurs when the nerves in your eye do not work properly, resulting in eye misalignment.
Can Computer Usage and Near Work Cause CI?
Convergence Insufficiency (CI) refers to the common vision condition in which your eyes are unable to work together while looking at nearby objects. When we focus on objects up close, our eyes are forced to move inward, allowing our brain to create images. This is called “convergence.” When your eyes are unable to correctly align, the brain is unable to merge these photos.
Exercise & Treatments for Convergence Insufficiency
Convergence Insufficiency (CI) is a common vision condition in which your eyes are unable to work together while looking at nearby objects. Oftentimes, people suffering from CI are unable to complete their school/work tasks due to the excessive up-close reading. But don't fret- you're in luck. There are different exercises and treatment plans to reduce eye fatigue and improve your eye-teaming ability.
Can Convergence Insufficiency Cause ADHD in Children?
Did you know that your eyes can reveal symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder? Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a term we all know, but let’s dig a little deeper: it is a common condition, usually diagnosed in childhood, that affects an individual’s attention span, behavioral control, and visual processing. Patients with ADHD oftentimes experience visual problems such as eye strains, blurred/double vision, or focusing issues. Inversely, these symptoms are actually caused by visual issues.