
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:
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motor vehicle accidents
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sports-related head injuries
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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:
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blurred vision
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sensitivity to light
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reading difficulty
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headaches with visual tasks
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reduction or loss of visual field
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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.


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Did you know head injuries can result in vision problems?