Binocular Vision Dysfunction (BVD)

If you or a loved one experiences dizziness, headaches, difficulty reading, or anxiety in busy environments, Binocular Vision Dysfunction (BVD) could be the root cause. At Family Eye Care of Toccoa, we specialize in identifying and treating BVD to help our patients find lasting relief.
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What Is Binocular Vision Dysfunction (BVD)?

Binocular Vision Dysfunction (BVD) occurs when the eyes struggle to work together as a coordinated team. Even the slightest misalignment can cause the brain to receive conflicting visual information, leading to a range of uncomfortable symptoms that can affect daily life.
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What Causes BVD?

BVD can develop from a variety of factors, including small developmental misalignments in childhood that were never corrected, trauma such as head injuries, concussions, or whiplash, neurological conditions that impact the brain’s ability to process visual information, and age-related changes that affect the eyes’ ability to stay properly aligned. In many cases, individuals are unaware they have a vision misalignment because the symptoms often mimic those of other health conditions.

What Are the Symptoms of BVD?

The symptoms of BVD can vary but often include:

• Dizziness or feeling off-balance
• Headaches or migraines
• Nausea
• Anxiety, especially in crowded spaces
• Difficulty reading, concentrating, or comprehension
• Light sensitivity
• Neck and shoulder pain
• Poor depth perception or judging distances
• Sensitivity to motion
• Covering one eye to clear the image
• Diplopia or double vision
• Difficulties with hand-eye coordination

Because these symptoms overlap with many other conditions, BVD is frequently overlooked or misdiagnosed.

The Importance of a Comprehensive Binocular Vision Assessment

BVD symptoms are often mistaken for a variety of other medical and psychological conditions because many healthcare providers are not specifically trained to screen for or diagnose BVD. As a result, patients are frequently misdiagnosed and may be told they have agoraphobia, anxiety or panic disorders, ADD/ADHD, reading comprehension issues, benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV), persistent postural-perceptual dizziness (PPPD), or vestibular migraine or migraine-associated vertigo (MAV).

A comprehensive binocular vision assessment is essential for accurately identifying BVD. At Family Eye Care of Toccoa, we conduct detailed evaluations that allow us to detect even the smallest eye misalignments. By accurately diagnosing BVD, we can create a personalized treatment plan designed to correct the dysfunction and significantly reduce or eliminate symptoms, helping patients find real relief and reclaim their quality of life.

If you’ve been struggling with dizziness, headaches, difficulty focusing, or anxiety without clear answers, it’s time to consider whether Binocular Vision Dysfunction could be the cause. Our team is here to help you uncover the source of your symptoms and provide solutions that truly make a difference.

Schedule your comprehensive binocular vision assessment with Family Eye Care of Toccoa today.