Irlen Diagnostic Clinic offers an assessment of the presence and severity of a VISUAL PROCESSING DISORDER, the symptoms of which are known as Irlen Syndrome. The problem is in how the brain processes the information from the eyes and is the result of one or more of the different wavelengths of light that are present in all white light (the colours of the rainbow) not being processed correctly. Once determined that the symptoms are present, we then use a variety of overlays that FILTER OUT the troublesome wavelengths of light. Once the correctly coloured filter is identified, the symptoms experienced will be removed. Each individual with symptoms is sensitive to particular colours, so the selection of the correct filter is essential to provide relief. These initial overlays are replaced by wearing tinted lenses in glasses that are actually Spectral Filters that remove the offending wavelengths of light. With their individualised and specifically tinted Spectral Filters, people can read, focus and understand what they are reading because their Visual Processing ability is restored. These filters also reduce the presence of light induced headaches, migraines, sore eyes and light sensitivity.
We also offer coloured paper exercise books for students with Irlen Syndrome or those identified with dyslexia. These work because the coloured paper absorbs the offending wavelengths of light, so removing the distortions and discomfort that comes with white paper. These books are Australian made, using 70gsm paper printed with black lines for writing.
For children experiencing specific reading problems, we can sometimes offer strategies to help them overcome these difficulties.
