The Vision Therapy Center FDL, LLC

The Vision Therapy Center FDL, LLC Doctors specializing in developmental optometry dedicated to helping children and adults suffering from functional vision problems.

Surgery for strabismus can realign the eyes—but won’t necessarily remedy the root problem. That’s because strabismus is ...
08/07/2025

Surgery for strabismus can realign the eyes—but won’t necessarily remedy the root problem.

That’s because strabismus is a functional vision problem, which means it affects how the eyes and brain communicate with each other.

Even after surgery, kids may:

• Have double vision
• Struggle to read
• Rely on one eye only

PLUS: The visible misalignment of the eyes can return!

So what’s the missing link? Optometric vision therapy.

This is a non-invasive treatment program directed by a developmental optometrist that involves customized visual exercises to retrain how the eyes and brain work together. It typically includes daily at-home activities and weekly in-office sessions with a trained therapist.

Schedule a Functional Vision Exam to better understand your child’s condition—and begin the path to a long-term solution.

Strabismus—commonly called “crossed eyes”—does more than change how a child looks. It can disrupt how they go about thei...
08/06/2025

Strabismus—commonly called “crossed eyes”—does more than change how a child looks. It can disrupt how they go about their daily life.

Strabismus is a functional vision problem—which means it affects how the eyes and brain work together to process visual information.

More specifically, a child may experience:

• Eye strain or fatigue
• Poor depth perception
• Trouble focusing

Strabismus can also worsen over time and lead to additional functional vision problems.

But the good news is that strabismus can be helped with optometric vision therapy.

The first place to start? Schedule a Functional Vision Exam today.

People sometimes confuse these terms—but they’re not the same thing.👁️Lazy eye (amblyopia) is when the brain starts igno...
08/05/2025

People sometimes confuse these terms—but they’re not the same thing.

👁️Lazy eye (amblyopia) is when the brain starts ignoring input from one eye (the “lazy” one)—causing reduced vision in that eye, even if it looks “normal.”

👁️Crossed eyes (strabismus) happens when the eyes don’t align properly, and one looks inward, outward, upward, or downward.

Here’s where it gets tricky: Strabismus can actually cause amblyopia—because the brain may shut down input from the misaligned eye to avoid double vision.

Both conditions are considered functional vision problems—issues with how the eyes and brain work together.

The good news? There is help!

Optometric vision therapy can help retrain the eyes and brain to work together, leading to significant improvement in visual function AND overall quality of life.
If your child shows signs of either condition—like eye misalignment, squinting, or poor depth perception—start with a Functional Vision Exam.

It might seem like a quirk when a child frequently tilts their head, squints one eye, or avoids eye contact …But these s...
08/04/2025

It might seem like a quirk when a child frequently tilts their head, squints one eye, or avoids eye contact …

But these subtle habits can be signs of amblyopia—commonly called “lazy eye.”

Amblyopia is a functional vision problem. It occurs when the brain starts ignoring input from one eye, causing the child to unconsciously adjust how they look at the world by:

🔲Tilting their head to one side when looking at a screen, book, or person—trying to find a “better” visual angle.

🔲Covering or closing one eye in bright light or when focusing on near tasks like coloring or reading.

🔲Resisting books or picture puzzles even if otherwise curious or verbal—because focusing takes extra effort.

🔲Avoiding fast-paced games or ball sports—because they can’t judge space well and might feel clumsy or embarrassed.

Amblyopia often goes undetected—meanwhile the challenges mount.

A Functional Vision Exam is the key to catching it early and building a plan for treatment.

Don’t miss the signs. Schedule an appointment today!

Amblyopia (or “lazy eye”) doesn’t resolve itself on its own.And the longer it goes untreated, the harder it can be to co...
07/31/2025

Amblyopia (or “lazy eye”) doesn’t resolve itself on its own.

And the longer it goes untreated, the harder it can be to correct the problem.

Amblyopia is a functional vision problem—a breakdown in how the brain and eyes work together.

If left unaddressed, it can lead to:

👀Ongoing struggles with reading
👀Poor hand-eye coordination
👀Difficulty with sports
👀Low confidence in school and social settings

Patching alone may help—but it often isn’t enough.

Optometric vision therapy goes deeper—helping the brain and eyes work as a team and addressing the root problem.

Schedule a Functional Vision Exam and take the first step toward real improvement.

Amblyopia—often called “lazy eye”—can be deceptive.Children with amblyopia can have 20/20 vision in one eye. But the oth...
07/30/2025

Amblyopia—often called “lazy eye”—can be deceptive.

Children with amblyopia can have 20/20 vision in one eye.

But the other eye lags behind, and the brain gradually stops using it.

That’s a functional vision problem, not just an eyesight problem. And that means amblyopia impacts how the eyes and brain work together.

Here’s what that can look like in real life:

✳️Bumping into things beyond normal
✳️Trouble catching or hitting a ball
✳️Difficulty coloring between the lines
✳️Struggling to read comfortably

And amblyopia can emerge without the eye looking “lazy” at all.

The only way to know for sure? Schedule a Functional Vision Exam.

It’s the best way to detect amblyopia—and the first step toward treating it.

Some kids drop balls, trip, or bump into things more often than normal. You might chalk it up to “clumsiness” …But uncoo...
07/29/2025

Some kids drop balls, trip, or bump into things more often than normal. You might chalk it up to “clumsiness” …

But uncoordinated movement may be a red flag for amblyopia (“lazy eye”)—a functional vision problem where the brain and one (or both) eyes aren’t working together.

That disconnect can affect:

• Spatial awareness
• Depth perception
• Hand-eye coordination

The result? Struggles with sports, reading, or even basic confidence.

Don’t ignore the signs. Book a Functional Vision Exam and uncover the real issue.

Mitchell had worn glasses since he was a toddler because of amblyopia (often called “lazy eye”).But by second grade, he ...
07/28/2025

Mitchell had worn glasses since he was a toddler because of amblyopia (often called “lazy eye”).

But by second grade, he was falling behind academically AND socially.
👉He struggled to read.
👉He had trouble with depth perception.
👉He bumped into things and people by accident.

His parents brought him to The Vision Therapy Center for a Functional Vision Exam—and everything changed.

Mitchell began optometric vision therapy to treat the REAL issue: a functional vision problem, which occurs when the eyes and brain aren’t working together properly.

As therapy progressed, Mitchell’s visual focus improved. He caught up in reading. He began thriving in school.

And today? He’s a successful engineer!

If your child has a lazy eye or is struggling in school and no one can figure out why, take action.

Schedule a Functional Vision Exam today.

People may think of lazy eye—which is a common phrase for amblyopia—as something that’s easy to spot.But the truth is, l...
07/24/2025

People may think of lazy eye—which is a common phrase for amblyopia—as something that’s easy to spot.

But the truth is, lazy eye often hides in plain sight.

It’s a functional vision problem, meaning the issue isn’t just with the eye—it’s in how the eyes and brain work together.

With lazy eye, both eyes may appear normal, but the brain is actually ignoring input from one of them.

That can lead to things like:

🔘Trouble focusing on reading or schoolwork
🔘Poor depth perception
🔘Squinting or covering one eye
🔘Avoiding reading or sports
🔘Low confidence and frustration

If your child seems easily distracted, struggles more than their peers, or just isn’t thriving in school—don’t assume it’s a motivation issue.

It could be amblyopia.

The good news is that it can be treated with great success—especially if caught early.

Schedule a Functional Vision Exam to find out for sure.

With amblyopia, patching the “good” eye to force the “lazy” eye to work can help—but …That may not fix the root cause.Am...
07/23/2025

With amblyopia, patching the “good” eye to force the “lazy” eye to work can help—but …

That may not fix the root cause.

Amblyopia is a functional vision problem. That means there’s something wrong with how the eyes and brain are communicating.

Amblyopia begins when the brain suppresses input from one eye, which can disrupt:

• Depth perception
• Coordination
• The ability to focus

Yes, patching can improve visual acuity. But unless the brain is taught to use both eyes together, the source of the functional vision problem goes unaddressed.

Optometric vision therapy tackles the real issue—and can train the eyes and brain to team up again and work together normally.

Get the facts and take action. Start with a Functional Vision Exam today.

Squinting, covering one eye, or tilting the head to see better?These can be signs of amblyopia—or “lazy eye.”Amblyopia i...
07/22/2025

Squinting, covering one eye, or tilting the head to see better?

These can be signs of amblyopia—or “lazy eye.”

Amblyopia is a functional vision problem—a disconnect between the eyes and brain communicating normally.

If left untreated, it can impact:

• Focus
• Depth perception
• Confidence in sports and academics

But with optometric vision therapy, the brain and eyes can be retrained to work together.

What should your next move be? Start with scheduling a Functional Vision Exam today!

Your child may have passed their vision screening, but what if they struggle with: 👉Basic hand-eye coordination👉Reading ...
07/21/2025

Your child may have passed their vision screening, but what if they struggle with:

👉Basic hand-eye coordination
👉Reading comfortably
👉Keeping pace with peers in class

These could be signs of amblyopia (also known as “lazy eye”), a condition that can go undetected in standard vision screenings.

Amblyopia is a functional vision problem—which means it’s not just about eyesight. It’s about how the eyes and brain work together to process visual information.

In amblyopia, the brain relies more on one eye while the other lags behind. That disconnect can disrupt depth perception, reading ability, and more.

And here’s what’s really important to know: You won’t necessarily notice the amblyopic eye.

If your child is struggling in ways that don’t seem to make sense, schedule a Functional Vision Exam.

It’s the most effective way to detect amblyopia—and address it early with optometric vision therapy.

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