Vision therapy is often recommended to improve the way an individual’s visual system works. It is a useful tool used by behavioural optometrists to remediate a vision problem or enhance visual skills. Each vision therapy program is designed to suit the needs and goals of the individual.  Vision therapy can be useful for the following […]

 Aren’t you just checking how well I can see? What’s involved in a routine adult eye examination When you present to our practice for a comprehensive eye examination our optometrist will take a detailed history so they can tailor the examination to meet your needs. This may include question regarding your presenting eye problems, a […]

Here are our top 5 tips to keep your eyes happy and healthy Regular screen breaks This is important for all age groups, but more so for younger children. Primary school children are used to being in a visually dynamic environment. In the classroom, they are looking at the teacher or the board. They might glance […]

Behavioural optometry involves more than just measuring your eyesight on the vision chart. A behavioural optometrist explores how your vision problem relates to your work or study requirements. They are keen to explore options that treat and prevent any eyesight difficulty you may be experiencing. Behavioural Optometric Eye Examination A behavioural optometric eye examination includes […]

It is often believed that failing eyesight is an inevitable result of aging or eye strain. In truth, a healthy lifestyle can significantly reduce the risk of eye health problems. The Age-Related Eye Disease Study (AREDS), found that certain nutrients such as zinc, copper, vitamins C and E, omega-3 fatty acids, lutein, zeaxanthin and beta […]

Everyone knows that glasses enable us to finally see clearly again. Together with the right spectacle lenses, glasses correct our visual impairments. But did you know that glasses can do even more to improve a person’s wellbeing? Here are our 10 most important wellness facts – at a glance: 1. Defective vision might be the […]

As you would know, information and guidelines regarding safe operating practices during the COVID-19 pandemic are constantly being reviewed. The information shared in this post is current as of 27th April 2020. At present, Optometry Australia and Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Ophthalmology recommend delaying routine eye examinations due to the COVID-19 pandemic. […]

Written by ProVision Eyecare What is an allergy? An allergy is an exaggerated reaction to substances that do not affect others such as sneezing, runny nose, itching, watery eyes, skin rash and difficulty breathing to name a few. Eye allergies develop when the body’s immune system overreacts to something that is ordinarily harmless to most […]

Australians love digital media and we devote half of our waking hours interacting with digital media channels across multiple devices. It has changed the way we work, learn, shop, socialise and relax. However, our eyes are not accustomed to the digital environment with 65% of users likely to experience one or more symptoms of digital […]

Written by ProVision Eyecare Have you been putting up with strained, tired eyes or persistent headaches? Our eyes are central to all we do so when our vision isn’t functioning at its best, our ability to perform well in other aspects of our lives can be affected. If you’ve been sitting on the fence about getting […]