Category Archives: Strabismus surgery
Ocular Torsion vision simulator
I made these images to show my doctors how I’ve seen things since my surgery (bilateral lateral rectus recession in May of 2005). I’m hoping these illustrations will help them to help me. The images below are not exact of … Continue reading
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Punished for drifting eyes
I once read a comment from an adult who said she was punished as child every time her eye drifted. Her parents thought by punishing her they would force her to learn keep her eyes fused. Those who don’t have … Continue reading
Is input from the brain required for all eye movements?
Here’s an interesting study about the relationship between the brain and the eyes. Scientists are learning new things about this which are important, according to the article, “because every time a surgeon manipulates the muscles around the eye it might … Continue reading
Keeping company in the strabismus boat!
[I received the following letter from a reader named Celia, and she gave me permission to share it here. The boat? I put us on the "Grandeur of the Seas." We may as well enjoy the trip!] Dear Lois, My … Continue reading
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Coping strategies for senior citizens with strabismus
The things I’ve always enjoyed and planned to take into retirement with me some day are mostly things that involve detailed work with my eyes. I am now coming to grips with the fact that there will likely be limits to this. There are probably some things your mother can still see and enjoy though. Continue reading