An 18-month study of 69 primary school students in Devon suggests that the reading challenges of those with dyslexia may be effectively treated by a special kind of glasses. The study is being conducted by SchoolVision UK, an independent optometrist company. SchoolVision researchers are approaching dyslexic reading challenges as caused by issues with eyes muscles.

The research, carried out on 69 pupils at Hemyock primary school, Cullompton, Devon, linked poor reading ability with incompetent eye muscles, but also showed major improvements could be achieved through the use of specially prescribed glasses.
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Students with dyslexia are benefiting from specially made glasses.

The researchers have found that students using the prescription eye glasses could double their reading speed. One student in the study has made dramatic progress in reading and math. The eye glasses are based on research into how the two eyes have different functions in perception and focusing. The head of the British Dyslexia Association finds the study interesting and hopes to see larger samples and an independent review of the findings.

Key Takeaways:

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The 18-month study suggests dyslexia is in part caused by mismatched eye muscle
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By using these glasses, pupils identified as dyslexic could double their reading speed.
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Pupils who were treated with bespoke glasses had an almost 30 per cent improvement in reading speeds

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