How Motion Sickness Could Be Caused by Vision Problems

Motion sickness is often associated with car rides, boats, or amusement park rides, but what many people don’t realize is that it could actually be connected to a hidden vision problem. If you’ve tried the usual remedies and still feel dizzy, nauseous, or uncomfortable during motion, your eyes may be playing a bigger role than you think. At Focus On Eyes, we help uncover the root cause and offer real solutions through advanced testing like the NeuroVisual Exam.
 

The Link Between Vision and Motion Sickness

Your brain depends on input from your eyes, inner ear, and body to determine where you are in space. When those signals don’t match up, the result can be motion sickness. For example, if your eyes are struggling to align and send clear visual information, your brain may receive conflicting signals compared to what your inner ear detects. This mismatch leads to symptoms like dizziness, nausea, and fatigue.
 

What Is Binocular Vision Dysfunction?

Binocular Vision Dysfunction, or BVD, occurs when your eyes have difficulty working together as a team. Even if each eye has perfect vision, they must be precisely aligned to create a single, clear image. If your eyes are slightly misaligned, your brain works overtime to compensate. This extra strain can lead to symptoms that overlap with motion sickness, such as:

• Dizziness or vertigo

• Headaches or migraines

• Eye strain or fatigue

• Poor depth perception

• Difficulty reading or focusing
   

Many people with BVD don’t realize they have it because traditional eye exams often do not detect subtle misalignments.
 

The Role of a NeuroVisual Exam

A NeuroVisual Exam goes beyond the scope of a standard vision test. This specialized evaluation assesses eye alignment and how well your eyes work together. It helps identify even the slightest misalignments that may be contributing to motion sickness and other symptoms.
 

At Focus On Eyes, our optometrists use this exam to pinpoint the cause of your symptoms and create a personalized treatment plan. Often, patients find relief with custom microprism lenses that correct the eye misalignment and restore balance to the visual system.
 

Find Relief with Help from Focus On Eyes

If you struggle with motion sickness and haven’t found answers through traditional methods, your eyes may be the missing piece. A comprehensive NeuroVisual Exam at Focus On Eyes can help determine if binocular vision dysfunction is at play and provide a path toward real, lasting relief.
 

If you’re experiencing motion sickness, schedule a NeuroVisual Exam at Focus On Eyes and take the first step toward a more balanced, symptom-free life. Visit our office in Richardson, Texas, or call (469) 620-2120 to book an appointment today.