At While Opticians, we offer specialist assessments for Visual Stress, a condition that can cause difficulties when reading, especially for children. If you or your child experiences headaches, words appearing to move on the page, or discomfort while reading, a colorimetry assessment may help.
Visual Stress (also known as Meares-Irlen Syndrome) affects how the brain interprets visual information. It is not the same as dyslexia, but it is more common in those with reading difficulties. Symptoms may include:
Words appearing to move or blur on the page
Headaches or eye strain when reading
Skipping words or lines
Difficulty tracking across a page
We provide a comprehensive assessment using coloured overlays or a Colorimeter to identify whether a specific colour helps improve reading comfort and fluency. If a particular colour shows a significant improvement, we can also supply precision tinted lenses.
This service is available for both children and adults — and could be the breakthrough you didn’t know you needed.
Before anything else, we ensure your eyes are healthy and your vision is clear — no guesswork, just expert insight.
Discover which colours help you read faster, more clearly, and with less strain — it’s often a game-changer.
If overlays work, we go one step further — using precision tech to find your exact tint for maximum comfort.
Get expert feedback on your results and, if it helps, explore customised tinted lenses designed to make reading easier. We’ll talk you through the results and discuss options, including custom lenses if beneficial.
While Opticians, 49 Belvoir St.
Leicester LE1 6SL
Company Number: 346182
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