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. […]
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. […]
Dry eye syndrome is a condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It occurs when your eyes don’t produce enough tears or when the tears evaporate too quickly. This can lead to a variety of symptoms, including irritation, redness, and discomfort. One question that often arises is whether dry eye can cause blurry vision. Yes, […]
Vertigo can be a concerning and unsettling experience, especially when it strikes while you’re behind the wheel. For many drivers who experience vertigo, understanding the triggers and managing the symptoms is crucial for both safety and peace of mind. When there is a gap between the movement around you and how your brain processes that […]
Have you ever found yourself rubbing your eyes incessantly, wondering why they itch so much? If so, you’re not alone. Itchy eyes are a common issue that affects millions of people worldwide. The discomfort can be more than just a minor annoyance—it can disrupt daily activities and impact your overall quality of life. Itchy eyes […]
Are you struggling to find the right contact lenses for your unique eye condition? Scleral lenses might just be the solution you’ve been searching for. Whether you have keratoconus, severe dry eye syndrome, or other corneal abnormalities, scleral lenses offer a range of benefits that can significantly improve your vision and comfort. What Are Scleral […]
Dry eyes can be more than just a minor annoyance. For many, it’s a chronic condition that can make each day more of a struggle. If you’ve been experiencing discomfort, grittiness, or a burning sensation in your eyes, you could be dealing with dry eye disease. There are 2 types of dry eye: To figure […]
Imagine looking at the world through a lens that’s slightly off-kilter; that’s the reality for those with eye misalignment. This condition affects your binocular vision, which simply means how well your eyes work together. You may have eye misalignment from birth, but it could be caused or triggered by brain injuries, diabetes, thyroid disease, or […]
Intense pulsed light (IPL) therapy treats dry eye disease, an ocular surface condition resulting from lack of lubrication. IPL can provide significant benefits over traditional dry eye treatment methods, such as: With a comprehensive eye exam and dry eye assessment, your eye doctor can recommend a treatment plan tailored to your specific needs and symptoms. […]
Binocular vision dysfunction is when the eyes struggle to work together, leading to visual discomfort and various symptoms. The eyes with binocular vision dysfunction may have difficulty coordinating their movements, focusing, and aligning to form a single image. Your eye doctor can assess and diagnose vision problems such as binocular vision dysfunction. Vision therapy treatment […]
Find us just south of the Sheridan & Glen intersection, across the street from Walgreens, on the same side of the road of Peoria Notre Dame High School.
To contact our Vision Therapy department, please call 309.670.2020 ext. 2, then choose Option #2 to be directed to VT.
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.
Peoria
Washington
