A concussion or traumatic brain injury (TBI) affects far more than memory or mood–it can also disrupt how your eyes work together. Even a mild head injury can trigger Binocular Vision Dysfunction (BVD), a condition where the eyes no longer align properly, causing the brain to work harder to compensate.
If you’ve experienced persistent symptoms like dizziness, headaches, eye strain, or difficulty focusing after a concussion or head injury, you may be suffering from BVD and not even realize it.
How Concussions Cause BVD
Your brain and eyes are deeply connected. When you experience a jolt or blow to the head, the small muscles that control your eye movements can be knocked out of sync. This misalignment often leads to:
- Headaches and migraines
- Dizziness or nausea
- Difficulty with reading or focusing
- Eye strain and fatigue
- Neck and shoulder tension
- Anxiety in crowded or moving environments
- Trouble with walking, driving, or navigating spaces
These symptoms can linger for months or even years after the initial injury, and many traditional treatments overlook the visual component entirely.
Learn more about how BVD works and why it’s often missed.
Real Relief Through Prism Glasses
At NeuroVisual Specialists of Florida, Dr. Erin Sonneberg is one of the few optometrists in the country, and the first one in Florida, who specializes in treating BVD with precision prism lenses.
These specialized lenses gently realign the visual system, reducing the strain on your brain and allowing it to heal more effectively. Many patients experience symptom relief during their first in-office trial with prism lenses.
Whether your head injury was recent or years ago, you don’t have to live with ongoing discomfort.
Who We Help
We’ve helped countless patients from all walks of life find relief from post-concussion BVD symptoms, including:
- Athletes recovering from sports-related head injuries
- Veterans who’ve experienced blast injuries or blunt trauma
- Car accident survivors
- Older adults who fell and never realized they had a concussion
If you or a loved one has experienced a concussion–even without a formal diagnosis–and now struggles with balance, focus, or visual discomfort, it’s worth getting evaluated.
Take the First Step Toward Healing
We invite you to complete our confidential Binocular Vision Dysfunction Questionnaire to find out if your symptoms may be related to a vision misalignment. This short assessment is the first step toward real, lasting relief.
You can also call our office directly at (561) 733-9008 or contact us online to schedule your neurovisual evaluation. We proudly serve patients across Florida and beyond, helping individuals with concussion-related vision issues reclaim comfort, clarity, and control.
