Resources at Appelbaum Vision

Providing the latest resources available in Vision Therapy and Occupational Therapy

VisionHelp Website

The VisionHelp Group is an association of leading Developmental Vision Specialists practicing in the United States. Many of the members are University Professors, have written textbooks and frequently lecture on various aspects of vision treatment and vision therapy. All are Board Certified in developmental vision and vision therapy through the College of Optometrists in Vision Development.

COVD Website

College of Optometrists in Vision Development (COVD) is a non-profit, international membership association of eye care professionals including optometrists, optometry students, and vision therapists. Established in 1971, COVD provides board certification for optometrists and vision therapists who are prepared to offer state-of-the-art services in behavioral and developmental vision care, vision therapy, visual rehabilitation. Whether you are a parent, potential patient, educator, or a healthcare professional looking for information on vision therapy, COVD is pleased to provide you with the information you need.

3D Vision Website

3D binocular vision and vision therapy

Optometrists Network - ADD/ADHD

Children who are suspected or diagnosed with ADHD or other learning disabilities need to have comprehensive Eye/Vision examination, including testing of nearpoint or near vision, eye tracking, convergence, depth perception, etc.

Optometrists Network Brain Injuries

This site provides information and resources for people who having difficulties with their vision following a brain injury.

Optometrists Network - Convergence Insufficiency

Convergence Insufficiency (CI) is the leading cause of eyestrain, blurred vision, double vision (diplopia), and/or headaches.

Optometrists Network - Lazy Eye

Amblyopia, commonly known as lazy eye, causes more visual loss in the under 40 age group than all the injuries and diseases combined in this age group.

Optometrists Network - Children with special needs

Vision impairments affects at least 15 out of 100 people. . . yet, frequently go unrecognized and untreated.

Optometrists Network - Strabismus

Strabismus, more commonly known as cross-eyed or wall-eyed, is a vision condition in which a person can not align both eyes simultaneously under normal conditions.

Optometrists Network - Success Stories

Read what teachers, parents, children, and adult patients say when asked "What changes have you seen as a result of a Vision Therapy program" or "How has Vision Therapy changed your life?"

Optometrists Network - Vision and Learning

You will find selected resources and links for Teachers, School Nurses, Occupational Therapists, Physical Therapists, Vision Therapists, Speech Therapists and Special Educators.

Optometrists Network - What is Vision Therapy?

Vision therapy -- a type of physical therapy for the eyes and brain -- is a highly effective non-surgical treatment for many common visual problems such as lazy eye, crossed eyes, double vision, convergence insufficiency and some reading and learning disabilities.