Normal Binocular Vision
Theory, Investigation and Practical Aspects
Published on 25. September 2017
280 pages
978-1-119-48045-7 (ISBN)
Description
Binocular vision, i.e. where both eyes are used together, is afundamental component of human sight. It also aids hand-eyeco-ordination, and the perception of the self within theenvironment. Clinical anomalies pose a wide range of problems tothe sufferer, but normal binocular operation must first beunderstood before the eye specialist can assess and treatdysfunctions.
This is a major new textbook for students of optometry,orthoptics and ophthalmology, and also of psychology. Chapters spansuch key topics as binocular summation, fusion, the normalhoropter, anatomy of the extra-ocular muscles, oculomotor control,binocular integration and depth perception.
Fully illustrated throughout, the book includes self-assessmentexercises at the end of each chapter, and sample experiments inbinocular 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
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Persons
David Stidwill F.C.Optom., Dip. C.L.P. works inprivate practice and is a visiting lecturer at the Department ofVision Sciences, Aston University, Birmingham. He is HonorarySecretary of the Orthoptic and Binocular Vision Association, and isan examiner for the College of Optometrists.
Robert Fletcher M.Sc (Tech) F.C.Optom., D.Orth isProfessor Emeritus in Optometry & Visual Science at CityUniversity, London.
Content
Preface.
Acknowledgements.
Abbreviations.
1 Introduction to Normal Binocular Vision.
2 The Development of Binocular Vision.
3 Binocular Summation.
4 The Binocular Fusion System.
5 Diplopia and Confusion, Suppression and Rivalry.
6 The Normal Horopter.
7 The Extrinsic, or Extra-ocular, Muscles.
8 Eye Movements.
9 Visual Response to Near Objects.
10 The Binocular Integrative Action of the Visual System.
11 Depth Perception.
12 Measurement of Binocular Motor and Sensory Status.
Appendix 1: Practical Experiments in BinocularVision.
Appendix 2: Summary of Cortical Organisation in Relationto Vision.
Appendix 3: Further Reading.
Appendix 4: Norms for Binocular Visual Functions.
Appendix 5: Terminology.
Appendix 6: Glossary.
References.
Index.
