Brain injuries can have a significant impact on visual function. Vision is an intricate process involving the brain’s ability to interpret information received from the eyes. When the brain sustains an injury, whether through trauma or other means, it can disrupt this vital connection, leading to various visual challenges.
- Difficulty with eye movements
- Light sensitivity
- Sensitivity to motion
- Dizziness
- Double vision
- Balance and coordination problems
- Overwhelmed in visually busy places like grocery stores
- Headaches provoked by visual tasks like reading
- Reduced screen time
These challenges can greatly affect daily activities such as reading, driving, and even walking safely.
Brain injuries included concussions, stroke, head injury, tumor, or neurological conditions impacting brain function. The most common type of brain injury is a concussion. Even a mild concussion can provoke visual problems from the widespread inflammation caused by the trauma. A concussion changes how the brain processes information. Up to 80% of brain function is dedicated to the visual system. Anything that impacts our visual system is going to impact the way we process information and learn. A concussion will directly impact an individual’s ability to perform in school or work.
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