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It is easy to get into the habit of using one type of visual field test, but each type of programme is designed for a different purpose. The optometrist will consider the pros and cons of each test...

Published: 03 Mar 2020

In order for us to ‘see’ the visual world around us, the light signal needs to travel from the eye to the brain. Let’s say we’re looking at an apple; in order to perceive the shape, colour, and all...

Published: 02 Mar 2020

From navigation to banking and supermarket checkouts, there are few areas of everyday life untouched by artificial intelligence (AI). In the realm of eye health, AI also opens up myriad possibili...

Published: 01 Mar 2020

Published: 29 Feb 2020

This visual recognition article will explore some of the more uncommon dispensing solutions that a practitioner may encounter in practice. Readers are encouraged to read around the subject area before...

Closed: 22 Feb 2020

This article outlines the key findings of some of the major ocular hypertension and glaucoma studies. The study outcomes have influenced clinical practice for the management and treatment of these co...

Closed: 22 Feb 2020

This article will provide an overview of the latest literature surrounding myopia onset and progression, and will explore the evidence base for clinical interventions

Closed: 22 Feb 2020

This article outlines the steps to take to identify and manage patients at risk of falls and depression as a result of visual impairment

Closed: 22 Feb 2020

This article will provide a biological understanding of rod-cone dystrophies and why this is important in the context of new treatments and the availability of genetic testing

Closed: 27 Dec 2019

This article will explore the beliefs eye care professionals hold about daily disposable silicone hydrogel contact lenses, contrasting that thinking with current fitting practice and patient expecta...

Closed: 27 Dec 2019

This visual recognition feature presents glaucoma-themed cases that may present in routine practice

Closed: 27 Dec 2019

This article will describe the principles and clinical outcomes of selective laser trabeculoplasty (SLT) for the lowering of intraocular pressure (IOP)

Closed: 27 Dec 2019

This visual recognition feature presents a series of anterior eye cases that may arise in routine practice. Practitioners should use their clinical expertise and access additional resources where ...

Closed: 27 Dec 2019

This article reviews the incidence of clinical and subclinical inflammation of the ocular surface in response to soft contact lens wear

Closed: 27 Dec 2019

This article discusses various dispensing considerations in relation to prisms and outlines their use in special optical appliances

Closed: 27 Dec 2019