How A Vision Tester Works

By Marissa Velazquez


Vision tester is a small instrument commonly found in health centers. This one is used to particularly diagnose eye complications. It is after diagnosis that the health providers get to determine the correct remedy for particular complications. The machine occurs in varying sizes, depending on complexity.

There are a number of eye defects which are usually detected by this machine. The first problem is short sight. This is the kind of problem in which the affected individual is only able to see the objects which are close to them. Objects beyond a given distance cannot be seen clearly. The distance beyond which objects cannot be seen well determines the severity of the complication and this is what is considered when offering the correct remedy.

The second problem is that one in which an individual can only see the distant objects. Unlike the individuals with short sight, people with long sight cannot see objects close to them clearly. This problem affects both the old and young people. When the machine is used to detect this problem, images are placed at different distances and the patient asked t identify the distance at which they can see the image clearly.

Some people who are found having the above two complications are usually given glasses. This is because there is no medication that has been identified for the two problems. The strength of the lens offered depends on the severity of the complication identified by the tester. Some people who do not want to use glasses may opt to use contact lenses. Others may also choose to have permanent solutions, among which is surgery and laser treatment.

Other more complex forms of treatment include those such as laser treatment as well as surgery. These methods are quite costly. They however are only recommended in case where the sight problems are too severe to be corrected using glasses. Some people may however just resort to use them because they offer a rather permanent solution. Some of the complications such as aches may just be treated using some gels and eye drops.

Individuals who have so far been beneficiaries of the use of this machine appreciate the services offered. The machine on the part of patients and the operator is very easy to use. This then means that both of them are not fatigued or disturbed while using the machine. It is also not very heavy and can be moved from one place to another, making it very reliable.

However, some people who live in abstract poverty may not afford to use this machine. This is because some health centers may charge high amounts of money for the facility. Some of the operators are also the kinds who have not been trained well. These ones thus may lead to faulty diagnosis which in turn leads to wrong medication. Such cases have resulted in consequences as severe as death.

Vision tester is equipment that has helped very many people. More people are being trained on how to use it well. The machine is also now available in the smaller health centers. Most people have appreciated its role in the medical field.




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