Ask an Optometrist - Maria Wheeler Optometry

If you have an eye emergency, please give us a call on 01202741963. We are receiving calls for any urgent care. Keep safe.

It's probably time for you to give your eyes a break!

Why We Use Photo-Syntonic Light Therapy With Vision Therapy Photo-syntonic light therapy has been used clinically for over 70 years in conjunction with other types of vision therapy to treat conditions like..

Great graphic from our friends at Wow Vision Therapy!
You and your child’s vision is so much more than 20/20. Don’t keep struggling! Call our office to get a functional vision exam!

2020 the Year of the Optometrist! (BTW if you can't do this make an appointment today!)

NHS sight test eligibility Find out if you're eligible for an NHS-funded sight test, whether you're in England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland

New study shows link between ADHD and vision impairment in children New study sheds light on a link between noncorrectable vision problems and ADHD in children.

There are lots of ways to get involved in our campaign to encourage smokers to protect their eye health and stop for good. Download your free campaign pack by visiting http://aop.org.uk/stubitout

Great graphic - and so true. If you have suffered a brain injury, you need to come see us so we can evaluate the damage to your visual system. Call us today!

This Sunday I attended part of an amazing course to learn about how Primitive Reflexes disrupt correct development of vision, how to recognise them and I will learn how to treat in part 2. Thank you to the amazing Janet Glover for everything

I didn't see this but I have heard about it. It may save you a bob or two initially but at what cost - many people end up spending more to replace a poor product that doesn't do it's job or worse it could cost you your eyesight. Don't risk it people make sure you get your eyes tested regularly and only buy from qualified professionals.

JUST IN: Our response to the latest episode of Super Shoppers. We told Channel 4 the programme fails to warn of the problems of buying online. It is important that a patient is fitted with glasses that suit their needs, are comfortable and are properly tailored to their prescription. This is easier through a consultation in an optical practice setting. Read our full response. http://ow.ly/UEsk30prfTD

There are 17 visual skills that a behavioural Optometrists looks for

Good thing we love watermelon!🍉

Yes it is possible to test a baby or a toddlers eyes. They do not have to be able to read letters or tell me which lens looks better.
Just think how important it is to protect our children's eye sight. Poor sight or poor coordination of the two eyes is a leading cause of learning difficulties and behavioural problems in schools

How many optometrists does it take to test a babies eyes? 1 or 2? 1 or 2?

Baby Max came for his first eye examination today at 11 months old, with Maria, our behavioural optometrist. Maria has a specialist interest in paediatric optometry, childrens development and Vision Therapy. If you want your little ones eyes checked, get them booked in.

Babies, infants, toddlers and children (up to the age of 16) are free of charge courtesy of our wonderful NHS!

From eyelash extensions to lawn-mowing: 20 things that wreck your 20:20 vision Protecting your eyes from damage is really not as simple as eating carrots and not looking at the sun

A new study from China shows evidence that outdoor activity may help delay onset of myopia (nearsightedness). Help your kids develop good vision this summer!

How long is a vision therapy program?

The length of the therapy program varies depending on the severity of the diagnosed conditions, typically ranging from several months to longer periods of time.

That is right! We help you improve your prescription!!!! Call us to learn how!

Did you know that getting an eye exam is WAY more than just checking your eyesight or ability to see 20/20? Checking your eye health involves examining the front and inside of your eye in detail for any eye diseases or conditions that may affect your ability to see one day!
ROUTINE EYE EXAMS ARE RECOMMENDED FOR ALL AGES
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Amen. Don’t take these babies for granted!

The ocular muscles are not simply reins to drive the eyeball up, down, in or out. They are beautiful structures of the eye that are controlled and adjusted according to the laws of nature and controlled by the human being behind.

We do not “see” with our eyes. But with our brain.

If the brain is not sending the correct messages to your eyes then you will struggle reading and writing.

Sight test explained Every sight test is tailor-made depending on your needs and the methods your optometrist prefers to use. As well as an eye health check, a sight te...

As a mother, Common childhood conditions have suddenly become scary and make me question what I could have done to differently. Hyperopia, myopia, amblyopia and squint are common, are not life or sight threatening and I see and diagnose them in children everyday. But my experiences this week are going to make me a better Optometrist. I will never be so blasé about these diagnoses in a child again. I will give as much information as I can at the time and I am always HERE to answer questions. Please ask me anything

Start up young. Future Optometrist - my son

Did you know 10% of preschoolers have eye or vision problems? Here are signs of vision problems to look for when your child is preschool age.

Amblyopia can and should be treated