Effect Of Vizual Edge Program On The Performance Of The Alma College Women's Varsity Softball Team.

Background: This research study explores the effect of a computerized vision therapy
program on the performance of the Alma College Women’s Varsity Softball team. The
computer program used was the VIZUAL EDGETM program. The evaluation is based on
the change in sports performance rather than the change in their visual abilities as
measured by the computer program. Methods: Members of the team were given the option to use the VIZUAL ETDMGE training program between the 2006 and 2007 softball seasons. Each player’s game performance statistics are then compared in order to evaluate the success of the training program. Results: The results show that use of the VIZUAL ETDMGE training program may have a positive effect on the fielding ability of the softball players, with their fielding percentage improving by an average of .101 between the 2006 and 2007 seasons. The batting average declined by an average of .007 overall. Conclusions: The VIZUAL ETDMGE program may be effective for improving the fielding performance of female softball players, but has not proven effective for improving batting averages.