Orthoptics
Orthoptists diagnose and treat defects of vision and abnormalities of eye movement. They are part of the professional eye team and their work helps people of all ages from babies to the elderly.
Patients are referred to the department for a variety of reasons, for example:
- Suspected low vision
- Double vision
- Blurred vision
- Headaches
- Squint
- Failed eye test
- Reading difficulties/dyslexia
- Low vision aid assessment for children with visual impairment
The type of treatment depends on the individual needs which are identified at initial and subsequent assessments. These may include:
- Occlusion therapy
- Exercises
- Use of prisms
- Glasses
- Pre and post operative care
Most referrals would come from a consultant ophthalmologist, via a GP, health visitor, school nurse or optician.
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