Eccentric viewing training

J Am Optom Assoc. 1976 Nov;47(11):1438-43.

Abstract

Eccentric viewing training seeks to train subjects to utilize a paramacular area of the retina for seeing when the macular area is damaged. The present paper demonstrates two techniques for training eccentric viewing, as well as a method for measuring impovement in the use of the paramacular area. Both techniques are inexpensive, can be administered by a technician, and do not require an extensive training period. However, there are indications the two techniques are not comparable in effectiveness.

Publication types

  • Case Reports
  • Comparative Study

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Afterimage
  • Aged
  • Fixation, Ocular*
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Methods
  • Middle Aged
  • Photic Stimulation / methods
  • Scotoma / rehabilitation*
  • Time Factors
  • Visual Acuity