Normal Binocular Vision
Theory, Investigation and Practical Aspects
Wiley (Publisher)
1st Edition
Will be published approx. on 15. October 2010
Book
Paperback/Softback
288 pages
978-1-4051-9250-7 (ISBN)
Description
Binocular vision, i.e. where both eyes are used together, is a fundamental component of human sight. It also aids hand-eye co-ordination, and the perception of the self within the environment. Clinical anomalies pose a wide range of problems to the sufferer, but normal binocular operation must first be understood before the eye specialist can assess and treat dysfunctions. This is a major new textbook for students of optometry, orthoptics and ophthalmology, and also of psychology. Chapters span such key topics as binocular summation, fusion, the normal horopter, anatomy of the extra-ocular muscles, oculomotor control, binocular integration and depth perception.
Fully illustrated throughout, the book includes self-assessment exercises at the end of each chapter, and sample experiments in binocular vision functioning.
Fully illustrated throughout, the book includes self-assessment exercises at the end of each chapter, and sample experiments in binocular vision functioning.
Reviews / Votes
"Overall, this book is admirable and largely successful in its aim of providing a manageable theoretical background for the binocular vision student or clinician, and as such I can recommend it to any optometrist who feels a little unsure or rusty in this area." (Optician, 10 February 2012)More details
Language
English
Place of publication
Hoboken
United Kingdom
Publishing group
John Wiley and Sons Ltd
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Dimensions
Height: 248 mm
Width: 191 mm
Thickness: 15 mm
Weight
708 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4051-9250-7 (9781405192507)
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Persons
David Stidwill F.C.Optom., Dip. C.L.P. works in private practice and is a visiting lecturer at the Department of Vision Sciences, Aston University, Birmingham. He is Honorary Secretary of the Orthoptic and Binocular Vision Association, and is an examiner for the College of Optometrists. Robert Fletcher M.Sc (Tech) F.C.Optom., D.Orth is Professor Emeritus in Optometry & Visual Science at City University, London.
Author
F.C.Optom., Dip. C.L.P., is Visiting Lecturer at the Department of Vision Sciences, Aston University, Birmingham.
Content
Preface v
Acknowledgements vi
Abbreviations vii
Chapter 1: Introduction to Normal Binocular Vision 1
Chapter 2: The Development of Binocular Vision 15
Chapter 3: Binocular Summation 29
Chapter 4: The Binocular Fusion System 38
Chapter 5: Diplopia and Confusion, Suppression and Rivalry 57
Chapter 6: The Normal Horopter 72
Chapter 7: The Extrinsic, or Extra-ocular, Muscles 100
Chapter 8: Eye Movements 119
Chapter 9: Visual Response to Near Objects 140
Chapter 10: The Binocular Integrative Action of the Visual System 152
Chapter 11: Depth Perception 172
Chapter 12: Measurement of Binocular Motor and Sensory Status 196
Appendix 1: Practical Experiments in Binocular Vision 218
Appendix 2: Summary of Cortical Organisation in Relation to Vision 235
Appendix 3: Further Reading 236
Appendix 4: Norms for Binocular Visual Functions 237
Appendix 5: Terminology 238
Appendix 6: Glossary 240
References 249
Index 263
Acknowledgements vi
Abbreviations vii
Chapter 1: Introduction to Normal Binocular Vision 1
Chapter 2: The Development of Binocular Vision 15
Chapter 3: Binocular Summation 29
Chapter 4: The Binocular Fusion System 38
Chapter 5: Diplopia and Confusion, Suppression and Rivalry 57
Chapter 6: The Normal Horopter 72
Chapter 7: The Extrinsic, or Extra-ocular, Muscles 100
Chapter 8: Eye Movements 119
Chapter 9: Visual Response to Near Objects 140
Chapter 10: The Binocular Integrative Action of the Visual System 152
Chapter 11: Depth Perception 172
Chapter 12: Measurement of Binocular Motor and Sensory Status 196
Appendix 1: Practical Experiments in Binocular Vision 218
Appendix 2: Summary of Cortical Organisation in Relation to Vision 235
Appendix 3: Further Reading 236
Appendix 4: Norms for Binocular Visual Functions 237
Appendix 5: Terminology 238
Appendix 6: Glossary 240
References 249
Index 263