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Can You Use Eye Drops With Contact Lenses?

Eye care solution being poured into a contact lens case to ensure cleanliness and proper storage.

Using eye drops with contact lenses is generally safe, but there are a few key considerations to keep in mind. There are different types of eye drops that can be used with contact lenses. Some eye drops are specifically formulated for contact lens wearers and are labeled as “contact lens friendly.” These types of eye drops contain ingredients that won’t harm or damage your contacts.
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Does Vision Therapy Treat Lazy Eye?

a child undergoing vision therapy to treat lazy eye.

Lazy eye, or amblyopia, is one of the most common eye conditions in children. While it often begins in early childhood, it can persist into adulthood if left untreated. The condition typically arises when one eye doesn’t develop normal visual acuity, leading the brain to rely more heavily on the stronger eye. This can result […]

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Can Vision Therapy Cure Strabismus?

A young adult crossed eyes.

Eye conditions can manifest in many forms, one of which is crossed eyes. Also known as strabismus, this condition develops when the eyes cannot work together effectively, causing one eye to misalign and turn in another direction.
While this condition primarily impacts children, adults can develop strabismus as well.
While there are several treatment options available for strabismus, ​​vision therapy is an effective and non-invasive way to manage and treat this condition. Vision therapy focuses on using specialized exercises, tools, and activities to help improve visual skills by teaching the eyes how to work together more efficiently. […]

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Are Contact Lens Prescriptions the Same as Glasses? 

A young, happy optometrist holding a contact lens case in one hand and a pair of glasses in the other.

Contact lenses sit directly on the eye’s surface, while glasses sit a few millimeters away from the eyes. This difference in placement means that the strength of each kind of prescription needs to be adjusted accordingly.
That’s why, after an eye exam, you’ll find that contact lenses and glasses prescriptions are slightly different. […]

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How Eye Tracking Problems Can Lead to Difficulty Reading

A frowning child holds their head with one hand while they struggle to read the book in front of them.

In our information-heavy world, reading is an essential skill for work, play, and connecting with others. However, for some people, reading can present unique challenges. Recent studies suggest that eye tracking problems may contribute to reading difficulties.
Eye tracking problems can make it hard to keep your place on a page and move from one sentence to the next. These issues may also lead to accidentally adding or missing words when reading, making comprehension more difficult.
Luckily, eye care professionals can help improve eye tracking through treatments like vision therapy. This can lead to improved reading, academics, and confidence. […]

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Our Locations

Peoria

Find us just south of the Sheridan & Glen intersection, on the same side of the road as Marco’s Pizza and across the street from Walgreens.

To contact our Vision Therapy department, please call 309.670.2020 ext. 2, then choose Option #2 to be directed to VT.

  • 4727 N Sheridan Road
  • Peoria, IL 61614

Washington

You can find our office on North Cummings Lane, right next door to Rock Valley Physical Therapy. We offer plenty of parking in front of our clinic with accessible parking stalls.

To contact our Vision Therapy department, please call 309.670.2020 ext. 2, then choose Option #2 to be directed to VT.

  • 1009 North Cummings Lane
  • Washington, IL 61571
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