Last update October 2006
Please note: The LASIK REPORT is not currently available on-line. We suggest that you visit (listed in no particular order): Surgical Eyes. A site created by people injured by refractive surgery and who are seeking medical or legal relief. It is predictably biased towards "anti-LASIK" and contains useful information on many related issues. There's a discussion board and photographic representations of what "side effects" may occur. CRSQA - Council for Refractive Surgery Quality Assurance is the industry's attempt to provide a more balanced, ethical disclosure of risks and benefits, something sorely needed. Anti-LASIK people argue that it is too promotive. I find it informative, well balanced and valuable. LasikDisaster is created by a woman seriously injured by LASIK and is about her journey. It is filled with articles and references, is clearly anti-LASIK and is well written and heartfelt.
The surgical correction of vision system optics, refractive surgery offers a number of procedures of which LASIK is one. The LASIK procedure itself has much evolved over the years. Other options may include: clear lens extraction, implantable contact lenses, Intacs and non-surgical remedies such as orthokeratology and the new silicone continuous wear contact lenses.
There are a number of other web sites that get into legal recourse and others that are blatantly promotive. If you are considering refractive surgery, do your research and carefully weigh the risks and benefits *as it relates to you*.
An in-depth report of contact lenses issues including details on soft and RGP lenses, materials, current bifocal designs, monovision and lens care. Multifocal/bifocal section revised.
Many issues relating to eye health and vision care are misunderstood and confusing. These articles can help answer commonly asked questions and clarify some important issues.
Written for The EyeCare Connection by Dr. Larry Bickford, this material is periodically reviewed, updated and revised. Terminology is generally defined within the articles and there's a glossary of terms which you might want to keep nearby for reference. I've tried to make the text multi-national in content. Metric equivalents are included as necessary. The information contained herein is fact-based and taken from various ophthalmologic texts and journals. That which is theory or based on practical observation in clinical practice is so indicated.
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This report includes a listing of brand name high index lenses and a discussion of what you need to know about this type of spectacle lenses.
A report of this condition, modern treatments and possible "alternative" remedies
This is a two page report on the symptoms, causes and treatments of GPC, with attention to the condition as it relates to contacts lens wear.
This is a one page report of the symptoms, causes, and treatments for these common conditions.
A guide to understanding and handling minor emergencies and when and why to seek professional medical care.
review of the causes and treatments of these common eyelid conditions
A discussion of the differences in the education, scope of practice and services available from these eye care providers.
Although we try to define terms throughout the Abstracts and Reports, it will be helpful to keep this list nearby as a reference.
Discussion of terminology and descriptions used to define the quality of human vision. It's more than just 20/20 (6/6) !
Description and discussion. Includes graphical representation.
Description and discussion. Includes graphical representation.
Description and discussion. Includes graphical representation.
The need for near vision correction which occurs for most middle age adults is discussed.
Detailed discussion of how corrective lenses work and how to read and convert prescriptions. Includes graphics.
Report on the different types of lenses, their use, care and handling and other issues. The EyeCare Report is similar but considerably more detailed, technical and complete.
An in-depth report of contact lenses issues including details on soft and RGP lenses, materials, current bifocal designs, monovision and lens care. Likely more current than the abstract, above.
The use of contact lenses in one eye for distance vision and in the other for near vision is discussed. Practical considerations, effects on depth pereception and current professional thinking on use and efficacy is discussed.
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Answers to questions and concerns about these issues, including causes and treatments.
New (and some old) information on how micro-nutrients such as vitamins, minerals and amino acids effect the eye and visual function.
This report will be of value to both practitioners and patients. It necessarily contains a great deal of medical terminology. I've tried to provide in-context explanations and definitions where possible. A report-specific glossary is also available. A shorter, less technical version will be available sometime soon. (16K, approx 6 pages printed 12pt)
A detailed discussion of modern therapies for certain vision conditions. No, there's no Bates here!
A very long (30k, 9 pages (MS Word)) disucssion of the structure and function of the human eye and vision system. Includes discussion of traditional, alternative and behavioral therapies.
An in-depth discussion of childhood vision system development, examination techniques and treatments. 20K document, prints 6 pages at 12pt.
A "how-to" discussion of children's eye care, a guide to early detection and prevention of eye health and vision disorders and a section on basic first aid.
An in-depth look at a comprehensive eye examination. A detailed discussion of the various tests, intrumentation and a guide to understanding what it all means. Also: When to have an examinnation--and why. Note: This document is 25k and prints approx. 7 pages at 12pt.
Contact lenses wearers require regular check-ups to assure that their lenses fit correctly, provide good vision and maintains normal eye health. This report reviews the testing protocol comprising the contact lens examination.
A discussion of the causes, symptoms and treatments of computer-related eyestrain, including information relating to workstation managment.
Dry Eye Syndrome and the symptoms associated with it is one of most common problems reported to eye doctors. This article will provide information regarding the symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment for the clinically dry eye. This is written to be of value to both professionals and lay people. You may wish to have a copy of the glossary nearby for reference.
A detailed discussion of a number of issues including: presbyopia, cataracts, ARMD (age related macula degeneration) UV (ultraviolet radiation), nutrition, PVD (posterior vitreous detachment) and RD (retina detachment)
A detailed discussion of binocular and stereoscopic vision issues including depth perception, amblyopia (lazy eye) and strabismus (crossed eyes). Review of symptoms and treatments.
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