Published: 4 December 2015 · Last updated: 15 September 2026 · Publisher: Smart Vision Optometry At a glance: This individual case describes reading discomfort alongside near-vision skill findings. Persistent headaches, sore eyes or repeated rereading can have several causes. A Smart Vision Skills Assessment can examine relevant visual skills; for broader context, see convergence insufficiency…
Published: 18 November 2015 · Last updated: 15 September 2026 · Publisher: Smart Vision Optometry At a glance: Independent frames can differ in design, materials, colour and availability. The right choice also needs to suit your prescription, fit, comfort and daily use. Explore our boutique eyewear service and read how glasses, lenses and frame fit…
Published: 6 October 2015 · Last updated: 15 September 2026 · Publisher: Smart Vision Optometry At a glance: Your eyes support sight, visual comfort and many everyday tasks. If vision changes or persistent discomfort affect reading, screens, learning or daily activities, an individual eye assessment can clarify what is happening. You can also read how…
Having watched my two young daughters become obsessed with the iPad has given me a very clear understanding of the insidious danger that technology presents for our children’s eyes. They seem so drawn and motivated by anything that they can devour on the iPad. This simply transfers to computers and other screens as they grow…
Published: 30 July 2015 · Last updated: 14 September 2026 · Publisher: Smart Vision Optometry At a glance: Glasses can differ in prescription, lens design, material, coatings and frame fit. The useful question is which combination suits your needs and budget—not whether a higher price or a particular retailer automatically means a better result. Choosing…
Published: 6 July 2015 · Last updated: 14 September 2026 · Publisher: Smart Vision Optometry At a glance: This historical practice example describes a supervised activity involving spatial judgement and yoked prism lenses. It illustrates how changing visual information can alter a person’s immediate perception. It does not establish a diagnosis, predict a treatment result…
Published: 28 May 2015 · Last updated: 14 September 2026 · Publisher: Smart Vision Optometry At a glance: Convergence insufficiency can make near work uncomfortable even when distance eyesight is clear. Treatment may improve the diagnosed visual problem, but it should not be presented as a way to improve reading achievement. When reading or doing…
Published: 28 April 2015 · Last updated: 14 September 2026 · Publisher: Smart Vision Optometry At a glance: Parents can help a child follow an individually prescribed home program and share useful observations. They do not take over the clinician’s role, and practising an activity does not guarantee a treatment outcome. When home activities form…
Published: 3 March 2015 · Last updated: 14 September 2026 · Publisher: Smart Vision Optometry At a glance: This historical account describes a child practising juggling. It illustrates eye-hand coordination and enjoyment of a new skill; it does not show that juggling treats a vision condition or improves reading. Eye-hand coordination means using visual information…
