Neuro Ophthalmologist vs. Neurologist Optha
 

Not to be confusing with the subject title, but I was wondering what the general preference/difference in care between the two are (i.e. a ophthalmologist who specializes in neuro OR a neurologist who specializes in the optha side). I'm assuming the neurologist side would be the better physician to see, however, I am having a hard time finding a neurologist who specializes in optha-related issues.

Will an ophthalmologist who specializes in neuro be fine to see? My major issue still right now is the vertigo/dizziness which is triggered automatically when watching TV/too much computer time, etc. Don't know if seeing one of them will just tell me to see the other side.

Any advice/insight/experience in dealing with these types of physicians?Additionally, my general physician recommended going to "occular therapy" (I've already been doing VT for 2 months) to help with re-training the brain/eyes for over stimulation, but there's no one around in my area. Anyone have experience with this type of rehab?

I've never seen any mention of a neurologist ophtha here on NT. A neuro-ophthalmologist may be able to help but you should also consider moderating your screen time. I find that High Definition TV will quickly over-stim my brain. Lower screen resolutions allow me to watch in a more relaxed state.

Thanks Mark--I have drastically reduced my screen time over the past month or so. I have, however, been trying to watch TV sporadically at times throughout the day to increase my tolerance and retrain my brain. However, within about 5 minutes of watching, I usually get a pretty intense head-spinning vertigo feeling. I've noticed no improvement in this symptom since the beginning...even after avoiding all TV/computer completely for a week. Really just need to see a neuro ophthalmologist to get my neuro-vision function checked out.

One week of limited screen time is likely not close to enough to give the brain a break. Seeing the neuro ophthal doc may be worthwhile.

Hi
Yes I too have problems with tv, computers etc. and have tried limiting viewing to retrain the brain.
This has worked , but like Mark says it takes a while to take effect.
I started with 10 mins then slowly built up to 2 hours +.
This has taken months with some set backs, but now I can watch most of my favourites, which is great.
Also I never watch anything violent or scary, as it would put my brain in overload.
Just simple easy to follow drama's with out to many car chases or loud music .

Good luck with that and hope you see some improvements .
It will take time however but hang on in xxx

Carole x

Try looking for a practitioner at http://www.braininjuries.org or http://www.nora.cc

Both of these websites have practitioners who specialize in the coordination of the eyes and the brain.

Hope this helps!

I too have visual issues with TV and computers and any movement. I went through the Vision Therapy and it did help alot with my convergance issues but never resolved the whole problem. In part I am still light and sound sensative, but the motion is a big issue.

Recently I went to a Doctor who was a Neurologist and Ear nose and throat specialist. He said that one of the balance receptors in my left ear had been damaged and after this long (it has been over a year for me) it most likely will never heal. Now it is just a matter of waiting for my brain to relearn. Vestibular therapy helped as well but I came to a point that I could not get past.

Just as a thought that ENT may be your next step if you are having issues with motion you can not overcome the problem may seem your eyes but be your ears. Especially if you are having a problem finding an eye specialist in your area. I saw my regular eye doctor for a binocular exam and was refered to a specialist who did eye therapy for further evaluation and a plan of care. It was not cheap and my insurance did not pay for most of it, but I am able to focus my eyes better now and now I can at least sit here for a few minutes. Before I would not have lasted long enough to read your posts let alone reply.