Strabismus treatment aims to straighten the eyes, improve coordination, and support the best possible vision. Options depend on age, cause, and how constant the misalignment is.
Non-surgical treatments
Many children and some adults benefit from glasses and other conservative measures. These can reduce the angle or help the brain use both eyes together.
- Glasses to correct long-sight or astigmatism, especially in accommodative esotropia
- Patching or blurring the stronger eye to treat amblyopia
- Prism lenses to reduce double vision in adults
- Vision therapy exercises in selected cases
Surgical and advanced options
When misalignment remains significant, eye muscle surgery may be recommended. The goal is comfortable, stable alignment.
- Repositioning or tightening muscles to change eye direction
- Adjustable sutures in adults to fine-tune alignment after surgery
- Botulinum toxin injections as a temporary or diagnostic measure
- Follow-up to monitor binocular vision and any need for further procedures
