Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are defined as a disruption in the normal function of the brain that can be caused by a bump, blow, or jolt to the head, or penetrating head injury. Everyone is at risk for a TBI, especially children and older adults.

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Most common causes of TBIs include:

• motor vehicle accidents

• sports-related head injuries

• falls (most commonly among the elderly)

 

Following a TBI, there is often an interruption in communication between the eyes and the brain. These patients may suffer from a variety of symptoms, including but not limited to:

• blurred vision

• sensitivity to light

• reading difficulty

• headaches with visual tasks

• reduction or loss of visual field

• difficulties with eye movements

 

Individuals who have suffered a head injury and who are experiencing visual symptoms can benefit from a binocular vision assessment and subsequent treatment.