Vision
Perceptual learning improves visual acuity in keratoconus patients
Perceptual learning may offer sustained visual acuity improvements in keratoconus patients, according to a study published in the American Journal of Ophthalmology.
VIDEO: CSF-1 achieves, maintains functional vision in mild to moderate presbyopes
INDIANAPOLIS — Individuals with mild to moderate presbyopia who were treated with CSF-1 were able to achieve and maintain functional vision for at least 5 hours after two doses, according to a presenter at Academy 2024.
Aceclidine-based miotic improves both near, distance vision
INDIANAPOLIS — An aceclidine-based miotic may improve both near and distance vision in presbyopic patients as a result of its pupil selectivity, according to research presented at Academy 2024.
VIDEO: Johnson & Johnson Vision shares update on cataract, refractive armamentarium
CHICAGO — In this Healio Video Perspective from Eyecelerator@AAO, Xiao-Yu Song, MD, PhD, of Johnson & Johnson Vision, gives an overview of company innovations for improving vision outcomes in refractive and cataract surgery.
VIDEO: Adding HEV-filtering to soft contact lenses may improve vision in blue haze
INDIANAPOLIS — According to research presented at Academy 2024, the addition of high-energy visible, or HEV, filtering to soft contact lenses may improve visual acuity in conditions of atmospheric blue haze.
VIDEO: ‘Remember our important role’ for World Keratoconus Day
INDIANAPOLIS — According to the National Keratoconus Foundation, Nov. 10 is World Keratoconus Day, which is dedicated to raising awareness about the condition and advocating for those affected by it.
Q&A: Exploring music as an aid for people with vision impairment, blindness
Since its launch in 2020, the Lighthouse Guild’s podcast “On Tech and Vision with Dr. Cal Roberts” has highlighted ways in which technology can improve the lives of people who are blind or have low vision.
Vision Council report: Consumers opting for more in-person, budget-friendly purchases
The Vision Council released its third quarter Consumer inSights report, which revealed that consumers are prioritizing budget-friendly eye wear options and increasingly making in-person purchases.
Catenary curve-based multifocal contact lens extends functional vision in presbyopia
A catenary curve-based, extended depth of focus multifocal contact lens provided full functional vision range, under naturally varying conditions, for older adults with advanced presbyopia, according to a study in Clinical Ophthalmology.
Eye care industry celebrates World Sight Day
The global optometric community is joining together to recognize the World Sight Day Challenge during the months of September and October, highlighted by a day of awareness on Oct. 10.