How to Treat Strabismus

For strabismus caused by refractive errors such as myopia, hyperopia, or astigmatism, wearing appropriate glasses or contact lenses can improve vision and sometimes alleviate the strabismus.

A series of vision therapy exercises can enhance the coordination and strength of the eye muscles, helping to improve the ability of both eyes to move in coordination. This is usually guided by a professional ophthalmologist or optometrist. Medication treatments, such as the use of compound tropicamide eye drops, may temporarily relieve symptoms but generally cannot provide a permanent cure.

Surgical treatment is intended for patients with severe strabismus, cases unresponsive to non-surgical treatments, or those with significant degrees of strabismus. Surgical options include muscle weakening procedures, muscle strengthening procedures, and horizontal muscle vertical transposition, which adjust the position of the muscles around the eyeball to better coordinate eye movement and thereby correct the strabismus. The effectiveness of surgical treatment is generally good, but it must be performed under a doctor's guidance, followed by appropriate postoperative care and rehabilitation instructions.

Patients with strabismus are advised to undergo treatment under the guidance of a professional ophthalmologist to ensure optimal treatment outcomes.