Publisher's Synopsis
The first edition of this book established itself as the standard reference work on ocular motility disorders (squints). It provided, in a single volume, practical guidance on clinical investigation, visual function tests and the principles of refraction in a form that was not only easily understood but also interesting to read. This edition updates and extends the coverage of the previous edition, and includes all the recently developed methods of assessment and treatment.;As before, the book is divided into three sections, the first of which covers the assessment of the patient. The second part describes the principles and methods of non-surgical treatment, optical, orthoptic and pharmacological, emphasizing practical value and limitations. The third, and largest, section discusses the application of conservative and surgical methods to specific non-paralytic and paralytic conditions and to nystagmus.;This book is intended for orthoptists and ophthalmologists in training and in practice.
