BEYOND A STANDARD EYE EXAMBinocular Vision Assessment in North Vancouver
If your eyes don't work together the way they should, a normal vision test often won't catch it.
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Independently owned since 2017
Lower Lonsdale, North Vancouver
SIGNS WORTH GETTING CHECKEDSymptoms That Point To Binocular Vision Issues
Frequent headaches, especially around the eyes or temples
Not wanting to read, or losing your place often
Feeling off balance or motion sickness
Blurred or double vision that comes and goes
Tired eyes or fatigue during close up work
Clumsiness or poor depth perception
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STANDARD EXAMS MISS THISIt's Not About How Clearly You See
A standard eye exam checks visual acuity, meaning clarity or level of detail you can see. It typically doesn't test how well your two eyes coordinate together, which is needed for good visual function. Even with 20/20 vision in each eye individually, if the two eyes aren't working well as a team, your brain has to work overtime to compensate.
What We Test
Eye alignment
Convergence and divergence ability
How your visual system responds to various tasks
Who This Often Affects
People with unexplained chronic headaches
Kids struggling with reading despite 20/20 vision
Anyone with symptoms that worsen with visual demand
What Happens Next
A treatment plan built around your specific findings
Options may include task specific lenses or vision therapy
WHY IT MATTERSBinocular vision problems are often mistaken for migraines, anxiety, or attention issues, because the symptoms overlap so much. If your eyes have been checked before and everything came back "normal," but you're still dealing with headaches, dizziness, or reading trouble, this may be the piece that was missed. A proper assessment goes well beyond a routine exam to find out.
A TEAM THAT CARES ABOUT YOUDr. Teri Hines & Dr. Jennifer Leung
Dr. Hines opened View Optometry in 2017 after training at Simon Fraser University and completing her Doctor of Optometry with honours at Pacific University in Oregon. Dr. Leung joined after studying at UBC and earning her Doctor of Optometry with honours from the University of Waterloo with honours, bringing a special interest in post-concussion vision care. Together, they lead a clinic built on unrushed exams and honest recommendations.
DR. JENNIFER LEUNGA Closer Look At How Your Eyes Team Together
As someone who was born amblyopic in both eyes and has experienced multiple concussions, Dr. Leung has developed a special interest in binocular vision and acquired brain injury vision care. She understands that your visual system is complex and completely unique to you, and deserves a personalized and detailed assessment that a routine exam isn't built for.
If your symptoms started after a head injury or concussion, this assessment often overlaps with our post-concussion vision care, ask us which is the right starting point for you.
Already seen a doctor about these symptoms?
If your physician has ruled out other causes and you're still dealing with headaches, dizziness, or visual discomfort, a binocular vision assessment is often the next right step, bring any notes from your other appointments with you.
Also Worth Knowing About
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Post Concussion Care
Vision therapy for concussion and long-COVID symptoms.
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Computer Vision Relief
Relief for screen-strained, tired eyes.
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Myopia Control
Slowing nearsightedness progression in kids, early.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is this different from a regular eye exam?
A regular exam checks how clearly you see. This assessment checks how well your two eyes work together as a team, a completely different, more specialized set of tests.
Do I need a referral?
No, you can book a binocular vision assessment directly, though bringing notes from any other doctors you've seen about these symptoms is helpful.
Is this only for kids?
No, binocular vision issues affect adults just as often.
What happens if the assessment finds a problem?
We'll walk you through a treatment plan specific to what we find, this can include vision therapy, specialty lenses, or a combination, depending on your symptoms.
INDEPENDENTLY OWNED SINCE 2017What Clients Are Saying
We believe in supporting the community that supports us, from sponsoring local school events to contributing to the Harvest Project, and from patient education to hands-on volunteer eye care work overseas. Quality care, delivered locally, by people who plan to be your optometrist for years to come.
Still Dealing With Symptoms No One Can Explain?
A binocular vision assessment might be the missing piece.