𝐔𝐊 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩 𝐕𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐨 𝐆𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐓𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐍𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐦𝐮𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬
👀 A team of UK researchers has developed innovative video games designed to assess the effectiveness of treatments for nystagmus, a condition characterised by involuntary eye movements that can impair vision. These engaging tools aim to provide a more interactive and accessible method for evaluating how well therapies are working, particularly in children.
👶 Nystagmus affects approximately one in every 500 children in the UK, leading to challenges in visual stability and focus. Traditional assessment methods can be time-consuming and may not fully capture the functional improvements experienced by patients. By incorporating eye-tracking technology into video games, researchers hope to offer a more dynamic and patient-friendly approach to monitoring treatment outcomes.
🎮 This development aligns with ongoing efforts to enhance diagnostic and therapeutic strategies for nystagmus. Previous initiatives have explored the use of virtual reality and eye-tracking to better understand and manage the condition. The integration of such technologies into interactive platforms like video games represents a promising step forward in patient-centred care.
#EyeHealth #InnovativeResearch #OptometryAdvancements