Advanced Vision Rehabilitation & Specialty Eye Care

Keratoconus is a progressive eye condition where the cornea thins and bulges into a cone-like shape, causing distorted vision. At SPECTICO, we diagnose it using corneal topography, tomography (Pentacam), and pachymetry to map the cornea's shape and thickness with micron-level precision. Early detection is critical for effective management.

Yes. The majority of keratoconus patients can achieve excellent functional vision with specialty contact lenses — particularly scleral lenses — without ever needing surgery. At SPECTICO, we've successfully managed advanced keratoconus cases that were previously recommended for transplant, achieving visual acuities of 6/9 or better.

Scleral lenses are large-diameter, rigid gas permeable lenses that vault over the entire cornea and rest on the sclera (white of the eye). They're ideal for irregular corneas (keratoconus, post-LASIK ectasia, pellucid marginal degeneration), severe dry eye, and corneal transplant patients. They provide superior comfort and vision compared to conventional contact lenses.

Absolutely. Because scleral lenses don't touch the cornea and create a fluid reservoir between the lens and the eye, most patients find them more comfortable than soft lenses. Typical wear time is 12-16 hours daily. Our custom fitting process ensures optimal comfort from the first wear.

Myopia management should ideally begin as soon as progressive myopia is detected, typically between ages 6-12. The earlier intervention starts, the more effective it is at slowing axial elongation. We use a combination of orthokeratology, specialty soft lenses, and atropine therapy based on each child's specific needs and progression rate.

Yes. Ortho-K has been extensively studied in children and is considered safe when properly fitted and maintained. These overnight lenses gently reshape the cornea during sleep, providing clear vision during the day without glasses or contact lenses. Regular follow-up visits are essential to monitor corneal health and lens fit.

Vision therapy is a structured, clinician-supervised rehabilitation program that retrains the neural pathways between the eyes and brain. Unlike simple eye exercises, it uses specialized equipment including prisms, lenses, filters, and computer-based programs. Treatment plans are individualized and progress is measured with objective clinical tests.

Vision therapy is effective for both children and adults. While neuroplasticity is higher in children, adults with convergence insufficiency, post-concussion vision syndrome, and other binocular vision disorders respond well to therapy. We've successfully treated patients well into their 50s and 60s.

Low vision is defined as best-corrected visual acuity worse than 6/18 in the better eye, or a visual field of less than 20 degrees. Common causes include macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and retinitis pigmentosa. Our low vision rehabilitation program maximizes remaining vision through specialized devices and adaptive strategies.

We prescribe a range of devices based on individual needs: handheld and stand magnifiers for reading, telescopic spectacles for distance tasks, electronic video magnifiers (CCTVs), and specialized filters for glare management. We also train patients in eccentric viewing techniques and environmental modifications.

The American Optometric Association recommends a first eye exam at 6 months, again at age 3, and before starting school. At SPECTICO, we use age-appropriate, non-verbal testing methods for infants and toddlers, including retinoscopy and preferential looking tests, to detect amblyopia, strabismus, and refractive errors early.

Yes. School screenings typically only test distance visual acuity and miss up to 75% of vision problems including focusing disorders, eye coordination issues, and farsightedness. A comprehensive pediatric eye exam evaluates all aspects of visual function that affect learning and development.

You can book an appointment by calling our clinic directly, sending a WhatsApp message, or filling out the appointment request form on our website. We recommend booking at least 3-5 days in advance for new patient consultations, as comprehensive evaluations require dedicated time slots of 60-90 minutes.

Please bring any previous eye examination records, current glasses or contact lenses, a list of medications you're taking, and your medical/eye insurance information if applicable. If you've had corneal topography or other diagnostic scans done elsewhere, bringing those reports helps us track progression accurately.