Children’s Eye Care

All children have complete medical examinations at their pediatrician’s office during their first five years of life. They are required by the school district to have another complete physical prior to entering kindergarten. Many times there are undiagnosed vision problems that go undetected, resulting in decreased performance at school.

• Learning in the first 11 years is 80% vision related
• 20% of children between 5 and 12 years old have vision problems that could affect their learning ability
• The visual system is neurologically developed by the age of nine
• Over 40% of high school students have vision problems, yet they continue to be undiagnosed

It is extremely important to begin child eye care at an early point in their lives. It is recommended that the children have their first examination around three years of age. After that point, Dr. Anderson will consult with the parents as to the next needed appointment.

Some of the indications of visual problems in your child:

• Headaches, especially during school or reading activities
• Rubbing their eyes
• Losing place while reading
• Covering one eye or squinting
• Poor reading ability, not up to grade level in school
• Word reversal, beyond 7 years of age
• Holding reading material too close to eyes
• Reports blurry vision, at distance or near, constant or periodically

Any of these above indications would facilitate a routine examination. The procedure for children under the age of 12 includes a cycloplegic refraction. This test allows Dr. Anderson to paralyze the muscles inside of the eye, thus allowing a more accurate exam. Once this test has been performed, a consultation will take place to educate the parents as well as the child.

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School Vision Screenings

Schools perform screenings to help locate potential visual problems. This testing will be performed a couple times during the year. The testing involves viewing an illuminated eye chart at 15 to 20 feet, depending on the equipment. Children are put through the testing and a report is sent home if a problem is noted.

Dr. Anderson and his staff provide FREE vision screenings in their office at Village Optical for any child up to 12 years of age. School screenings are also made available to the local school districts. Dr. Anderson and his staff use the auto-refractor for accurate and fast results. They are able to diagnosis a potential visual problem within 3 seconds. If you are interested in a free screening for your child or your child’s school, please contact our office at 970-223-0592.

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