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Focus in Flux: Navigating Vision Changes During Menstruation
Antara Chakraborty, M.Optom Lecturer, Acharya institute of allied health sciences, Bengaluru, India Menstruation has a major effect on several physiological processes, including eyesight.(1) Variations in hormone levels during the menstrual cycle, specifically...
The Role of Dynamic MRI Imaging in Understanding the Impact of Eye Rubbing on Ocular Health
Mahesh Mudi, B.Optom Consultant Optometrist, Narayana Nethralaya, Bengaluru, India Introduction Without realising it, you might rub your eyes and overlook the potential harm it can cause. Although it may seem like a harmless action, recent magnetic resonance...
Revolutionising Sports Vision: AI’s Impact on Sports Vision and Athlete Performance
Krishna Shah, M.Optom Optometrist, Sankara Nethralaya, Chennai, India The term "sports vision" describes a range of services that optometrists and other eye care professionals for athletes provide. Visual performance in sports is a critical component of...
Does PTSD have a visual shadow?
Gisbi Susan Shaji (1), Research Fellow; Pragati Gupta (2), PhD Student International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad, India Visual manifestations in psychological disorders are complex phenomena with diverse origins and implications. Involuntary...
Exploring the Surprising Benefits of Chewing Gum on Ocular Health
Shruti Kumari Shah, B.Optom Student Acharya Institute of Allied Health Sciences, Bengaluru, India Chewing gum, which is usually dismissed as a simple candy, has recently piqued the curiosity of scientists due to its health advantages, especially with regard to...
The Future of Brain Implants: A Technological Leap in Medicine
Pritam Dutta, M.Optom, FAAO Assistant Professor, Ridley College of Optometry, Johrat,India The field of brain implants has made remarkable strides, transforming from science fiction to a burgeoning area of medical research and application. These advancements...