Cyclophorias refer to a medical condition characterized by a deviation in the alignment of the eyes during the process of focusing or tracking objects. It is a type of ocular misalignment, specifically involving cyclovertical movements, where the eyes tilt or rotate around their vertical axes.
In individuals with cyclophorias, there is an imbalance in the contraction or relaxation of the extraocular muscles responsible for controlling the rotation and tilting movements of the eyeballs. This muscular imbalance disrupts the coordination between the two eyes, leading to an abnormal alignment. The condition can manifest as either cyclophoria or cyclovertical heterophoria, depending on the direction of the deviation.
Cyclophorias can cause a variety of visual disturbances, including diplopia (double vision), asthenopia (eye strain), blurred vision, and in some cases, headaches. These symptoms may worsen with activities that require prolonged visual effort, such as reading or computer work.
Treatment for cyclophorias typically involves the use of prism lenses, which help to align the images seen by both eyes. By manipulating the direction and strength of the prisms, the visual system can be adjusted to compensate for the eye misalignment, reducing or eliminating the symptoms caused by cyclophorias.
In summary, cyclophorias are a type of eye misalignment characterized by a deviation in the rotation or tilting movements of the eyes. It can cause visual disturbances and is typically treated with prism lenses.
