When most people think about going to the eye doctor, they think about getting a pair of glasses or contact lenses to see more clearly. And for many, that’s enough. But what if you or your child has 20/20 vision or wears the latest prescription, yet still struggles with reading, focusing, or feeling comfortable looking at a screen for more than a few minutes?
At Family Eyecare of Orange, we often see patients who are doing “everything right” but still feel like something’s off. They might be bright, motivated, and healthy, but reading feels exhausting, words seem to move on the page, or headaches strike after homework time. This is when vision therapy in Orange, CT, can typically help.
What is vision therapy?
Vision therapy is a specialized form of care that helps retrain how the eyes and brain work together. Think of it like physical therapy but for your visual system. Just as someone might need therapy after an injury to restore balance or coordination, some people need vision therapy to improve how their eyes track, focus, and work as a team.
This isn’t about changing your prescription; it’s about improving the function of your visual system. We use a variety of hands-on tools, from prisms and lenses to balance boards and tracking exercises, to create a therapy program that’s tailored to your or your child’s specific needs.
Is vision therapy worth it?
Most routine eye exams focus on checking your eyesight and eye health. That’s incredibly important, but it doesn’t always tell the full story. Vision therapy looks at how your eyes function in real-world situations: following a line of text across a page, switching focus from near to far, and processing visual information efficiently.
Some children struggle in school, not because they can’t learn, but because their eyes aren’t working together properly. Some adults struggle with eye strain and fatigue daily, unaware that the issue isn’t too much screen time but a visual system that needs support.
We know that therapy takes time, commitment, and effort. But we also see the results every day: students who no longer dread reading, adults who finally feel comfortable driving at night or working at a computer, and families who are relieved to finally understand what was holding their loved one back. Vision therapy helps our patients gain confidence, reduce frustration, and unlock their full potential.
Conditions vision therapy can help with
We’ve worked with patients of all ages dealing with:
- Amblyopia (lazy eye)
- Strabismus (eye turn or misalignment)
- Double vision or poor eye teaming
- Difficulty with visual tracking or focusing
- Reading challenges and skipping lines
- Frequent headaches or tired eyes after reading
These aren’t problems that glasses alone can solve. However, with the right therapy plan, we can help the visual system grow stronger and more efficient, like muscles during a workout.
Schedule an appointment today
If something doesn’t feel right with your vision, or your child’s, it’s worth taking a closer look. At Family Eyecare of Orange, we’re here to listen, evaluate, and guide you toward the right care. Feel free to call or text us at 203-795-3937 or schedule an appointment online.