Jun 24 2024 61 mins
What if the key to unlocking a world of clear vision, improved focus, and even better brain function lies not in stronger prescriptions, but in a completely different approach to eye care?
In this episode we dive deep into the fascinating world of vision therapy and prism glasses with Dr. Justin, an optometrist specializing in this revolutionary field. Dr. Justin reveals how vision problems go far beyond just blurry sight, and can actually impact everything from learning and behavior in children to overall well-being in adults. Learn how subtle adjustments in your vision, achieved through specialized techniques and even prism glasses, can unlock a new level of health and performance. Don't miss this eye-opening episode (pun intended!) and take the first step towards a healthier, clearer you!
Highlights:
- How vision therapy can address common issues like eye teaming problems, focusing difficulties, and even dyslexia in children.
- The surprising link between screen time and vision health, and strategies to combat the negative effects of our digital world.
- Why a holistic approach to vision care is essential, and how incorporating movement assessments and other therapies can lead to powerful results.
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About the Guest:
Dr. Justin S. Matsuura graduated from the University of California Irvine with a Bachelor of Science degree in Biological Sciences. During his undergraduate work, Dr. Matsuura was a member of UCI’s pre-optometry club and volunteered at local private practices during his spare time.Dr. Matsuura received his Doctor of Optometry degree from Southern California College of Optometry at Marshall B. Ketchum University. His clinical externships were completed at the University Eye Center at Ketchum Health in Anaheim, University Eye Center Los Angeles, Southern Arizona VA Health Care System in Tucson, AZ, and the San Diego Center for Vision Care.As a result of his education and clinical training, Dr. Matsuura is licensed to use and prescribe therapeutic pharmaceutical agents, diagnose, treat, and manage patients with glaucoma, and perform lacrimal irrigation/dilation procedures in addition to providing comprehensive and specialty eye examinations for patients of all ages. He is also well trained and up to date with the most recent advances in myopia control, ocular disease diagnosis/management, specialty contact lenses, refractive surgery, primary care optometry, pediatric optometry, vision therapy, sports vision and neuro-rehabilitation optometry.
Dr. Matsuura is also an active member in the professional optometric community as he is a member of the American Optometric Association and the California Optometric Association.
Dr. Matsuura looks forward to providing quality care and service to those in the greater San Diego area while also developing strong relationships with all patients, parents, educators, and healthcare professionals.