Strabismus Treatment
If you’ve noticed one eye turning in or out—especially in your child—you may be dealing with strabismus, commonly known as an eye turn.
While surgery and glasses are often discussed, they may not fully address how the eyes and brain work together.
At Hope Vision Development Center near Orlando, we help patients improve eye alignment and coordination through personalized vision therapy programs.
What Is Strabismus?
Strabismus is a condition where the eyes are not aligned properly and do not point in the same direction at the same time.
One eye may:
Turn inward (esotropia)
Turn outward (exotropia)
Turn upward or downward (less common)
This misalignment can be constant or intermittent.
How Strabismus Affects Vision
When the eyes are not aligned, the brain receives two different images.
To avoid double vision, the brain may:
Suppress (ignore) one eye
Alternate between eyes
Struggle to maintain single, clear vision
Over time, this can lead to:
Reduced depth perception
Poor eye coordination
Amblyopia (lazy eye)
Visual fatigue
Common Signs of strabismus
Parents and patients in the Orlando area often notice:
One eye drifting inward or outward
Squinting or closing one eye
Head tilting or turning
Difficulty with reading
Poor hand-eye coordination
Trouble with sports or catching a ball
In some cases, the eye turn may only appear when tired or focusing at near.
What Causes Strabismus?
Strabismus can result from:
Poor eye muscle coordination
Imbalance in the visual system
Uncorrected refractive error
Neurological factors
Developmental delays in binocular vision
Each case is unique, which is why a detailed evaluation is essential.
Treatment Options for Strabismus
Treatment may include:
Glasses or prism lenses
Surgery to adjust eye muscle position
Vision therapy to improve eye coordination
While surgery can improve alignment, it may not fully address how the eyes function together.
How Vision Therapy Helps Strabismus
Vision therapy is a customized, doctor-directed treatment program designed to improve eye teaming and control.
It focuses on:
Teaching the eyes to work together
Improving alignment and coordination
Reducing suppression
Developing depth perception
At our Orlando-area office, therapy may include:
Vergence (eye teaming) training
Eye tracking and focusing exercises
Activities that integrate both eyes together
Interactive visual-motor tasks
The goal is not just straight eyes—but stable, functional binocular vision.
Is Vision Therapy an Alternative to Surgery?
In some cases, vision therapy can:
Reduce the frequency or magnitude of the eye turn
Improve control of intermittent strabismus
Enhance outcomes before or after surgery
Every case is different, and treatment recommendations depend on the individual evaluation.
What Is a Binocular Vision Evaluation?
The first step is a comprehensive Binocular Vision Evaluation, which goes beyond a routine eye exam.
This includes:
Eye alignment and coordination testing
Assessment of suppression
Eye tracking and focusing analysis
Evaluation of binocular function
This allows us to determine the best treatment approach.
Who Can Benefit from Vision Therapy for Strabismus?
Children:
Early eye turns
Intermittent or constant strabismus
Kids at risk for amblyopia
Teens & Adults:
Long-standing eye turns
Double vision
Eye strain or poor depth perception
Why Orlando Families Choose Vision Therapy
Families across Orlando, Clermont, Winter Garden, and Central Florida seek vision therapy when:
They want a non-surgical or complementary option
Alignment issues persist despite other treatments
Visual performance is impacting school or daily life
Vision therapy focuses on improving how the visual system functions—not just appearance.
What Results Can You Expect?
With consistent therapy, many patients experience:
Improved eye alignment control
Better depth perception
Reduced suppression
Increased visual comfort
Improved performance in reading and sports
Take the First Step
If you notice an eye turn—or have been diagnosed with strabismus—the first step is a Binocular Vision Evaluation.
At Hope Vision Development Center, we help patients throughout the Orlando area develop stronger, more coordinated vision.
📍 Located near Orlando in Clermont, Florida
📞 Schedule a Binocular Vision Evaluation today