Portage Vision Services

Portage Vision Services Portage Vision Services has been serving Portage la Prairie and area since 1979. Please note all services are done by appointment only.

We aim to provide excellent eye care services in a professional, personal and caring manner.

The cleansing spray you didn't know you needed, available here!Used daily, and in combination with I-LID ’N LASH® wipes ...
07/25/2025

The cleansing spray you didn't know you needed, available here!

Used daily, and in combination with I-LID ’N LASH® wipes or pump, I-LID ’N LASH® HOCL CLEANSING SPRAY cleans and hydrates the eyes to maintain optimal lid and lash health.

Cleans and hydrates the eyelids and eyelashes. No need to rinse or wipe off!

Our office will be closing at 6:00 p.m on Thursday July 24th. Regular office hours will resume Friday, July 25th.
07/24/2025

Our office will be closing at 6:00 p.m on Thursday July 24th. Regular office hours will resume Friday, July 25th.

Keeping Your Eyes Safe & Healthy in the Water🏊Remove Your ContactsSwimming with contact lenses should be avoided, as it ...
07/21/2025

Keeping Your Eyes Safe & Healthy in the Water🏊

Remove Your Contacts

Swimming with contact lenses should be avoided, as it can increase the risk of infection, irritation, and other adverse conditions. If need be, explore the option of prescription goggles instead.

Pink Eye? Reconsider Swimming

Pink eye (conjunctivitis) can have a number of causes, including chemical and allergic reactions, but pink eye caused by bacteria and viruses is highly contagious. It’s a good idea to refrain from swimming with pink eye, not just to avoid infecting others, but also to avoid worsening your symptoms.

Recent Surgery? Consult Your Doctor

If you’ve recently undergone eye surgery, such as laser eye surgery (LASIK), make sure to consult your doctor beforehand about the recovery time needed before getting in the water. Certain procedures may only require a short recover time before swimming, but with some surgeries, swimming directly afterwards can pose serious risks to your eye health and vision. It’s critical to consult your health care professional and follow their directions.

Swimming can be a wonderful, healthy way to spend your time, and taking some time to consider and take care of your eye health will help ensure you enjoy yourself without needlessly enduring irritating symptoms. If ever you experience any discomforting symptoms after swimming, especially if they are persistent, it’s worth paying a visit to your eye care professional to assess your eye health and get set up with the right tools to manage dryness and discomfort.

Our office will be closing at 6:00 p.m on Thursday July 17th. Regular office hours will resume Friday, July 18th.
07/17/2025

Our office will be closing at 6:00 p.m on Thursday July 17th. Regular office hours will resume Friday, July 18th.

Our office will be closing at 6:00 p.m on Thursday July 17th.Regular office hours resume Friday July 18th.
07/17/2025

Our office will be closing at 6:00 p.m on Thursday July 17th.

Regular office hours resume Friday July 18th.

We offer many different products to treat dry eye symptoms including lid care hygiene. Ask your optometrist which one is...
07/14/2025

We offer many different products to treat dry eye symptoms including lid care hygiene. Ask your optometrist which one is right for you!

Did you now dry eye can be caused by allergies? Although it seems like a given, it’s not always obvious whether symptoms...
07/11/2025

Did you now dry eye can be caused by allergies? Although it seems like a given, it’s not always obvious whether symptoms are caused by allergies or if the symptoms are caused by dry eye disease, or if it’s a mix of the two.

Pollen allergies and dry eye share many similar symptoms, and to the untrained eye, it may seem like there isn’t much difference of what sets them apart. See the chart below so that you can best differentiate allergy eyes vs dry eyes.

Talk to your optometrist about your dry eye treatment options.

With all this smoke in the air, our eyes can become itchy and irritated. If this is happening to you, you can start with...
07/11/2025

With all this smoke in the air, our eyes can become itchy and irritated. If this is happening to you, you can start with a preservative free lubricating eye drop as often as needed. If your eyes are itchy, using a cold compress will bring relief.

Call your optometrist if this does not give adequate relief.

What is Swimmer’s Eye?👁You’re probably familiar with the feeling of swimmer’s eye, which is the irritation your eyes can...
07/07/2025

What is Swimmer’s Eye?👁

You’re probably familiar with the feeling of swimmer’s eye, which is the irritation your eyes can experience after swimming. Swimmer’s eye is a form of conjunctivitis, or inflammation of the conjunctiva, which can cause symptoms including redness or bloodshot eyes, itching, burning, stinging, blurry vision, or a gritty sensation in the eyes.

Swimmer’s eye can have one or several of certain distinct causes, including contaminants in the water, chlorine, and byproducts of the process of disinfection. The irritation can incentivize rubbing your eyes, which can lead to abrasions on the cornea or secondary infections. For those who swim frequently, such as children attending regular swimming lessons, the repeated contact with the irritants and allergens in the pool may also disrupt the tear film – the outer layer of the eye that keeps them hydrated – and ultimately cause eyes to become dry.

Finding Relief for Swimmer’s EyeWhile eye irritation and blurry vision after swimming often resolve themselves within a ...
07/04/2025

Finding Relief for Swimmer’s Eye

While eye irritation and blurry vision after swimming often resolve themselves within a few hours, the symptoms of swimmer’s eye, and potentially of the long-term dryness that it may entail, can cause real discomfort and affect your performance and enjoyment of swimming itself. Below, you’ll some tips for preventing irritation and finding relief.

Wear Goggles

Swimming goggles are one method to help keep chemicals and irritants out of your eyes while you swim. Some research indicates wearing goggles may lead to adverse short-term effects, such as changes in intraocular pressure, which can be a concern for patients with conditions such as advanced glaucoma. Hygiene is also important in maintaining your goggles. If you have any reasons for concern, it would be worth speaking with your eye care professional about using them, especially if you’re a frequent swimmer. However, on the whole, they can help protect the eyes and keep them comfortable.

Check in this month for tips to relieve dry eye symptoms!
07/02/2025

Check in this month for tips to relieve dry eye symptoms!

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Portage La Prairie, MB

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Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 11:30am - 8pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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