The eyes are far more than just the proverbial window to our soul. More accurately, they’re a window into the overall health of our body. In fact, eyes are the only organ that can detect both organ-specific conditions and broader health issues such as ( traumatic brain injuries )TBI, diabetes and high cholesterol. The sight might begin in the eyes, but it actually occurs in the brain, with over half of the brain dedicated to the vision and visual processing.
As up to 75 percent of TBI patients suffer visual dysfunction. Undiagnosed and untreated brain injuries lead to an increased risk of brain damage, yet nearly one-third of child and adult athletes have an undiagnosed concussion. These injuries can have devastating consequences for both individuals and their families by severely impairing cognitive functioning. They may cause problems with memory, vision and emotional functioning and…