Monocular vision affects how the brain perceives its surroundings by decreasing the available visual field, impairing peripheral vision on one side of the body, and compromising depth perception, all three of which are major contributors to the role of vision in balance.

How long does it take to adjust to monocular vision?

“Traditionally, we assume a six- to nine-month adjustment period is normal to help someone adjust to having vision in only one eye,” Dr. Whitaker said.

Does vision function in balance?

Vision plays a major role in our ability to orient ourselves in space, process our surroundings, and balance during everyday activities like walking or going down stairs.