If your child is consistently underachieving in the area of reading and spelling, complains of words “jumping around” or moving on the page, or has problems with concentration at school (especially with respect to literacy), then there may be grounds to wonder whether he or she has dyslexia.
Although aimed primarily at children, the tests described here may also be of benefit to adults who experience symptoms of moving / flickering / shimmering text while reading
This is an NHS service we provide at some of our practices as "Enhanced Service Optometrists". If you are suspected of suffering from glaucoma, we are contracted by the NHS to carry out a series of extra tests to ascertain whether or not you need to be referred to hospital.Funded by the NHS, you may be referred to us for this service from other opticians.
This is the core of our clinical services, and we take great pride in the skill and experience of our highly qualified optometrists, who will carry out some or all of the following.
If you are bringing a child for an eye examination, especially for the first time, we will probably ask you about any family history of eye problems, together with details of any problems during pregnancy and birth, as these can often be important clues as to any eye problems we may find.
