Binocular Vision Fundamentals – online course

Binocular Vision Fundamentals - online course

Available from: 19/09/2019

Where to publish: www.myopiaprofile.com

Provider: Myopia Profile Pty Ltd

Contact: Kate Gifford, [E] kate@gjo.com.au, [P] 0411109076

Learning Objectives

• Characterise the link between BV disorders and patient symptoms
• Describe a simplified approach to assessing vergence and accommodation function
• Review the clinical picture of a normal binocular vision system
• Describe and be able to demonstrate various techniques to assess horizontal heterophoria and fusional reserves at distance and near
• Discuss the clinical picture of normal vergence function and be able to diagnose disorders
• Describe and be able to demonstrate various techniques to assess accommodative lag and facility at near
• Discuss the clinical picture of normal accommodation function and be able to diagnose disorders
• Describe the mechanical basis of interaction between accommodation and vergence systems
• Explain and be able to measure AC/A ratio at near using various techniques
• Describe and be able to demonstrate free space distance and near retinoscopy, by use of lens flippers or a trial frame
• Establish management pathways for BV disorders involving a variety of techniques including adds, prism prescribing and vision training
• Discuss complex cases of vergence and accommodation interaction
• Demonstrate ability to diagnose and manage simultaneous disorders of both vergence and accommodation
• Demonstrate how to explain complex BV concepts and management plans in lay terminology
• Explain the key BV conditions which are relevant to myopia control and management
• Demonstrate the key clinical measures required to formulate a comprehensive myopia management plan factoring in BV
• Discuss the clinical implications of fitting young myopes with contact lenses based on their BV presentation, in terms of myopia control efficacy and visual comfort
• Identify specific management pathways for childhood myopia including classification of BV as a primary or secondary prescribing decision

Max points awarded: 12.00

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