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Water Drinking Test and Glaucoma: A Critical Evaluation
Antara Chakraborty, M.Optom Lecturer, Acharya Institute of Allied Health Sciences( Affiliated to Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences) Bengaluru, India The Water Drinking Test (WDT) is an important tool for diagnosing intraocular pressure (IOP) changes in...
Virtual Visionaries: Teleophthalmology’s Breakthrough in Diabetic Retinopathy Treatment
Tilottama Basnet, B.Optom Student, Achary Iinstitute of Allied Health Sciences, Bengaluru, India The American Telemedicine Association defines telemedicine as the electronic transmission of medical data between sites with the goal of improving patient health....
Pros And Cons of Atropine as Myopia Controlling Strategy
Yogapriya Vijayaragavan, B.Optom Optometrist-Myopia Clinic, Aravind Eye Care System, Chennai, India Introduction Myopia is a common refractive error and is a leading cause of permanent blindness. Myopia is burgeoning around the world. With the recent study it...
Biosensors in Eye Care: A New Frontier
Pritam Dutta, M.Optom, FAAO Assistant Professor, Ridley College of Optometry, Jorhat, India Biosensors have emerged as a ground-breaking innovation in eye care, offering precise, real-time monitoring of ocular health. These devices, which combine biological...
Understanding Cognitive Strain and Work Ergonomics through Eye Trackers and Pupillometry
Sathishkumar S, B.Optom Research Fellow, Sankara Nethralaya, Chennai, India In today's fast paced work settings, stress and fatigue are challenges that impact our work performance and overall well-being. It is important to understand how these factors influence...
Diving Deeper: Why Our Eyes Are Not Meant for The Deep Blue?
Mr Vivek Suganthan R (1), M. Optom Assistant Professor Dr. Aiswaryah Radhakrishnan (2), PhD Associate Professor, Department of Optometry, SRM Medical College Hospital and Research Centre, Chennai, India Underwater environment: Our fascination with the...