International Sports Vision Association

Interdisciplinary group of professionals dedicated to advancing vision training for athletes of all ages/levels to help them achieve peak athletic performance.

[International Sports Vision Association @SportsVisionDrs]

New Webinar Dr. Greg Appelbaum gives an update on the state of sports vision research and the evidence for utility in assessment and training of athletes. #sportsvision #research #optometry #Ophthalmology #athletictrainer #coach #athlete https://t.co/4YM40sCUOw

[International Sports Vision Association @SportsVisionDrs]

Patients with #concussion who underwent testing with eye-tracking technology had lower #saccade performance, supporting the use of these tests to help guide #rehabilitation for concussion, according to research in Optometry and Vision Science. https://t.co/INa0q3KAwA

[International Sports Vision Association @SportsVisionDrs]

Registration now open for 8th Annual International Sports Vision Association conference, 2/1-3/24 at the Loews Coronado Bay Resort in San Diego, CA. Check out our agenda; register today! https://t.co/YhItLhEKDv #sportsvision #optometry #optometrist #athletictrainer #athlete

[International Sports Vision Association @SportsVisionDrs]

With September as Sports Eye Safety Month amid a sharp increase in sports-related eye injuries, it is more critical than ever for optometrists to stress the importance of safety and awareness with patients. https://t.co/s4dmO7swRp

[International Sports Vision Association @SportsVisionDrs]

Study notes that playing surface #athlete is standing on can significantly impact their risk of suffering a #concussion. Researcher explains that playing on synthetic turf fields can increase risk of a serious head injury Vs. playing on natural grass. https://t.co/QZHFoqrHvZ

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Check out @DrJenStewart Stewart's article "Sports Eyewear in Our Practices: Tips for Success" https://t.co/yB0uXHMnma

[International Sports Vision Association @SportsVisionDrs]

Is there a difference in vision training programs for amateur vs. professional athletes? See what Sports Vision Expert Dr. Melissa Bussey has to say. https://t.co/VD4MQbOg1u #sportsvision #athletes #visiontraining #sports

[Sports Vision Pros @SportVisionPros]

ISVA Conference is a fantastic opportunity to meet new people, exchange experiences, and learn something new!

Thanks to ISVA again for the opportunities they provide!

See you guys later!

Be a Sports Vision Pro!

[International Sports Vision Association @SportsVisionDrs]

Results presented at Amer. Orthopaedic Soc. for Sports Medicine Meeting showed college #football players who wore dentist-fitted #mouthguards had lower incidence of severe #concussions & faster return to sport vs. those who wore self-fitted mouthguards. https://t.co/SHnJKkFYZQ

[International Sports Vision Association @SportsVisionDrs]

This week's "Ask the Sports Vision Expert" question -- " I have read about Strobe glasses. What exactly do they do/how do they work?" See what Dr. GrahamErickson had to say https://t.co/VD4MQbOg1u #sportsvision #strobeglasses

[International Sports Vision Association @SportsVisionDrs]

For #racquetsports (i.e., #tennis, #pickleball, #badminton) , what is the best color lens to see the ball? See what one #sportsvision expert has to say https://t.co/VD4MQbOg1u #isva #sportsvisiontraining #athlete #contactlens #contactlenses #contactlenswearer #racquetball #altius

[International Sports Vision Association @SportsVisionDrs]

Article by @DrJenStewart Eyewear in Our Practices: Tips for Success
Getting patients excited about sports eyewear can both keep your patients safe while playing and also boost your optical sales. https://t.co/yB0uXHMnma

[International Sports Vision Association @SportsVisionDrs]

#Volleyball players will train their muscles, speed, & agility. However, to be at the top, that is not always enough. Training the visual system offers a tremendous opportunity for a competitive edge. https://t.co/VD4MQbOg1u #sportsvision Pic by Angelo Pantazis on Unsplash

[International Sports Vision Association @SportsVisionDrs]

In #volleyball, players rotate positions. How can #sportsvisiontraining help you prepare for each spot on the court? Are their different visual skills needed depending on where you are? https://t.co/VD4MQbOg1u #volleyballplayer #volleyballcoach #volleyballtraining #sportsvision

[International Sports Vision Association @SportsVisionDrs]

Send us your questions about how improving visual function may help lead to improved performance in the sport(s) you play. https://t.co/VD4MQbOg1u #baseball #softball #basketball #hockey #football #lacrosse #volleyball #pickleball #tennis #golf #athletictrainer #coach #athlete

[International Sports Vision Association @SportsVisionDrs]

Liquid shock absorbers in a helmet could be one key to reducing the impact of #concussions suffered while playing #football, according to a paper published Friday by Stanford University researchers.
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[International Sports Vision Association @SportsVisionDrs]

I know that eating right combination of #carbohydrates, #proteins, & fats will give me energy for top performance. But how can what I eat help me sustain optimal visual performance for the #sports I play? See answer from a sports vision expert https://t.co/VD4MQbOg1u #nutrition

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Women’s #gymnastics has the highest rate of preseason #concussion of all NCAA sports, with women gymnasts experiencing concussions at a rate 50% higher than #football players.https://t.co/lI60MsbpQo

[International Sports Vision Association @SportsVisionDrs]

What are differences in testing #badminton compared to sports like #basketball, #baseball, considering badminton's fast shuttlecock speed, short reaction time, & high demand for sports vision? Key aspects and equipment used for testing badminton skills? https://t.co/VD4MQbOg1u

[International Sports Vision Association @SportsVisionDrs]

Q: I am a long-time #tennis player who has just started playing #pickleball. Are there different visual skills I should work on to improve my pickleball game? See what one #sportsvision expert had to say. https://t.co/VD4MQbOg1u