Syntonics

Syntonic phototherapy, also known as optometric phototherapy, is a non-invasive treatment that uses specific wavelengths of light to improve visual performance and balance the autonomic nervous system. This therapy is rooted in the science of how light affects the brain and body, particularly its influence on the visual system. By exposing the eyes to carefully chosen colored light frequencies, syntonics aims to enhance visual function, alleviate symptoms, and support overall well-being.

The eyes are not only organs of vision but also critical pathways for light to influence brain activity and bodily functions. Light entering the eyes stimulates the hypothalamus and pineal gland, which regulate the body’s autonomic nervous system. Syntonic phototherapy uses specific colors of light to either stimulate or calm the visual and nervous systems, addressing imbalances that may cause visual or systemic issues.

Syntonics is effective in treating a wide range of visual and neurological conditions, including:

• Binocular vision disorders: Improves eye coordination and alignment.

• Convergence insufficiency and accommodative dysfunction: Enhances the ability to focus and sustain clear vision.

• Post-concussion vision syndrome: Reduces symptoms such as light sensitivity, dizziness, and visual fatigue.

• Strabismus and amblyopia: Supports improved eye teaming and visual function.

• Stress-related visual issues: Helps alleviate visual strain and improve resilience.

You may be provided with either tinted goggles or a light box, both of which are simple, comfortable, and non-invasive. These methods deliver specific wavelengths of light tailored to your diagnosis and treatment goals.

Sessions typically last 10-20 minutes and can be conducted either in-office or at home under professional guidance. Depending on your individual needs, your treatment plan may include multiple sessions per week over several weeks or months.

Many patients begin to notice improvements after just a few sessions, such as reduced eye strain, enhanced focus, increased visual comfort, and an overall sense of well-being.

Syntonic phototherapy is backed by decades of clinical research and has been shown to effectively support visual rehabilitation. Benefits include:

• Enhanced visual processing and perception.

• Reduction in symptoms such as headaches, light sensitivity, and visual fatigue.

• Improved balance of the autonomic nervous system, leading to better stress management and overall well-being.

Syntonic phototherapy is a gentle, drug-free treatment option that works in conjunction with other therapies like vision therapy or lenses. It addresses the root causes of visual dysfunction by rebalancing the visual and nervous systems, making it an ideal solution for many patients.
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If you or your child are experiencing visual challenges or neurological symptoms, contact our office to learn how syntonic phototherapy can be an integral part of your treatment plan.

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