Syntonics — Light Therapy for the Eyes

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What is Syntonics?

Syntonics, also called light therapy for the eyes is a gentle, non-invasive treatment that uses specific colors of light to improve how your visual system functions. It has been used by optometrists for over 70 years with proven results.

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How Does It Work?

Not all nerves in the eye are used for seeing. Some connect directly to the part of the brain that controls hormones, mood, and body functions. By directing specific colors of light through the eyes, we can positively influence these centers and help the visual system work more efficiently.

 

Who Can It Help?

Syntonics is used to treat a wide range of conditions including:

• Lazy eye and eye turns

• Double or blurred vision

• Focusing and eye teaming problems

• Learning and reading difficulties

• Brain injuries and concussion recovery

• Stress, trauma, and emotional disorders

• Poor attention and academic struggles

• ​Headaches

What Does Treatment Look Like?

It is a short, comfortable in-office treatment where you simply look at colored light. Most patients notice improvements in their peripheral vision, focus, mood, and overall performance.

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Is It Right for Me or My Child?

If you or your child are struggling with any of the above, we would love to evaluate whether Syntonics could help. Give us a call at (417) 374-1088 to get started.

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The Research Behind It

Syntonics is not new. Clinical studies by Dr. Robert Michael Kaplan and Dr. Jacob Liberman demonstrated measurable improvements in peripheral vision, visual skills, memory, behavior, and academic performance following light therapy treatment. Children with learning difficulties who received Syntonics showed significant improvement while control groups who did not receive treatment showed none.

Light therapy is also widely recognized in the broader medical community for its effects on mood, sleep disorders, and Seasonal Affective Disorder further supporting the connection between light and how our brain and body function.