The motor-deficient nystagmus is mostly congenital idiopathic nystagmus, i.e., nystagmus without any cause, whereas the perceptual-deficient nystagmus is usually combined with congenital cataract, albinism, and optic nerve developmental abnormalities. If the type of nystagmus is distinguished, it can be divided into pendulum-like and impulse-like nystagmus. Pendulum nystagmus patients generally have low visual acuity and fail to develop a fixation reflex 2 weeks after birth. Impulsive nystagmus has a fast and slow phase. In this type of child, it is possible to reduce the nystagmus in one direction of eye movement, which is clinically referred to as the “intermediate zone”. The child’s visual acuity can be improved by using the intermediate zone to gaze. Some intermediate bands may not be located directly in front but laterally, so some children may use a face turn or head tilt to obtain better vision. It is important to note that congenital idiopathic nystagmus tends to decrease with age. However, most nystagmus requires optical correction or surgery, and children who can be treated with Chinese acupuncture can be treated quite effectively with acupuncture. It is important to emphasize that nystagmus with perceptual deficits is often combined with diseases of the anterior segment of the eye or the fundus of the eye, such as cataracts, optic nerve hypoplasia, or even craniosynostosis. Therefore, if parents find that their child has nystagmus, they should go to the hospital promptly to exclude eye and craniofacial diseases, and treat the child under the guidance of a physician.