The Irlen Method

Irlen Method has been used for over 30 years to identify and help people with a type of processing problem called Irlen Syndrome, formerly known as Scotopic Sensitivity Syndrome (SSS). Irlen Syndrome is not an optical problem. It is a problem with the brain's ability to process visual information. This problem tends to run in families and is not currently identified by other standardized educational or medical tests.

The Irlen Method is non-invasive technology that uses colored overlays and filters to improve the brain’s ability to process visual information. It is the only method scientifically proven to successfully correct the processing problems associated with Irlen Syndrome.

The cornerstone of the Irlen Method is its precision-tinted colored overlays and filters. We use advanced color spectrometer technology to ensure that our overlays and colored glasses meet strict standards of color balancing designed to produce the most effective color-correction tool.

• Testing and Treatment
• Colored Overlays
• Colored Filters
• What You Can Do

This technology can improve reading fluency, comfort, comprehension, attention, and concentration while reducing light sensitivity. This is not a method of reading instruction. It is a color-based technology that filters out offensive light waves, so the brain can accurately process visual information.

Symptoms of Irlen Syndrome

LIGHT SENSITIVITY - Discomfort or difficulty concentrating or working under bright lights or fluorescent lights. Also bothered by glare, sunlight, or driving at night.

INEFFICIENT READING - Skipping words or lines, loses place, misreading words, reading lines from above or below, repeating lines, weak comprehension, or rereading for comprehension.

SLOW READING RATE - Inability to read letters, numbers, musical notes, or words in groups. Problems tracking, correctly identifying words, or ability to skim/speed read.

ATTENTION DEFICIT - Problems concentrating while reading or doing school work. May have difficulty staying on task, take breaks, look away, become restless, fidgety, or tired.

STRAIN OR FATIGUE - Feeling strain, tension, fatigue, sleepy, watery eyes, eyes that hurt, ache, feel sandy, scratchy, getting headaches, or feeling nauseous, dizzy, anxious, fidgety or irritable with reading and other perceptual activities.

POOR DEPTH PERCEPTION - Inability to accurately judge distance or spatial relationships. May be unsure or have difficulty with escalators, stairs, ball sports, or driving.