Seeing in High Definition: The Marvels of Contrast Sensitivity
Contrast sensitivity is a critical aspect of visual function that is often overlooked compared to other visual parameters, such as visual acuity. However, it plays a vital role in our…
Contrast sensitivity is a critical aspect of visual function that is often overlooked compared to other visual parameters, such as visual acuity. However, it plays a vital role in our…
In the world of optometry, retinoscopy plays a vital role in assessing a patient's refractive error. It is a valuable technique used by eye care professionals to determine the correct…
The meibomian glands are specialized sebaceous glands located within the eyelids. The eyelids are thin curtains of skin, muscles, fibrous tissue and mucous membrane. Eyelids are divided into two parts…
In our daily lives, we often take our eyes for granted, unaware of the hidden dangers that surround us. One such threat is the presence of ultraviolet (UV) rays,…
A duction is an eye movement involving only one eye.There are generally six possible movements depending upon the eye’s axis of rotation: Adduction: An inward movement ( medial rotation) along…
Strabismus, commonly known as crossed crossed or misaligned eyes, is a visual condition that affects millions of people worldwide. This misalignment can lead to double vision (diplopia), reduced depth perception…
Thyroid eye disease is an immune system disorder. It goes by a few other names. The immune system doesn’t function right in people with this condition. That leads to inflammation…
Glaucoma is a symptomatic condition where the functional integrity of the eye is disturbed , resulting in characteristics irreversible loss of visual field due to persistent raised IOP . Glaucoma…
It's also known as progressive lenses, multifocal lenses, progressive addition lenses, varifocal lenses, progressive piwer lenses, varifocal lenses, progressive power lenses or graduate prescription lenses. It's a type of eyeglass…
The eyeball is a bilateral and spherical organ , which house the structures responsible for vision . It lies in a bony orbit . Anatomically, the eyeball can be divided…