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Old 01-27-2012, 08:29 PM #2
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I had trouble with binocular vision and convergence insufficiency after my concussion. I had a Vision Efficiency Evaluation in which it was discovered. My medical eye exam (retina, visual acuity, etc) was all completely normal, but I understand brain injuries sometimes also cause problems with visual field, etc.

I did ten weeks of vision therapy, and they also had me using very low-power reading lenses for a few weeks. As the vision therapy progressed, I didn't need them any more.

My eye issues were definitely contributing to headaches. After the vision therapy, my headaches were less and I was able to do things like reading and driving without always immediately triggering a headache.

It's definitely worth getting your eyes checked, and I think it's also well worth seeing an optometrist who can do a Visual Efficiency Evaluation. I found mine at http://www.braininjuries.org

Good luck!
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mTBI and PCS after sledding accident 1-17-2011

Was experiencing:
Persistent headaches, fatigue, slowed cognitive functions, depression
Symptoms exacerbated by being in a crowd, watching TV, driving, other miscellaneous stress & sensory overload
Sciatica/piriformis syndrome with numbness & loss of reflex


Largely recovered after participating in Nedley Depression Recovery Program March 2012:

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