There are several unique interactive features on the Richmond Eye Associates Website. These features give an enhanced understanding of certain eye conditions and
how they might pertain to the visitor to the site. Interactive features of
Richmondeye.com include:
Several recent research studies have shown that nutrition is a
promising means of maintaining eye health, especially for cataract and
age-related macular degeneration. This 20 minute online
self-assessment helps users identify their risks for age-related eye
diseases based on their eye-health history, dietary and nutritional
supplement intake, and health behaviors. A personalized diet
analysis with tips for improved nutrition based eye health is given.
This includes a printable calibrated eye chart, an online color vision test, and a printable Amsler
Grid to test for macular degeneration
This page includes simulations of the visual effects of cataract, glaucoma, macular degeneration,
retinal detachment, and more.
This 10 minute Screening Evaluation helps to determine if a person is a good candidate for Laser Vision Correction based on
their responses to several questions about themselves and what they know about Lasik.
It is useful to have your current glasses or contact lens prescription
when completing the Evaluation.
After answering a few questions about themselves, this Risk Factor Screening Evaluation will determine
if a person is at significant risk for glaucoma, and if he qualifies for the Medicare Glaucoma Screening
Benefit or for the EyeCare America Glaucoma Project.
An individual's Body Mass Index can be calculated here, and its significance to their general health
and eye health is discussed.
Abnormal pupillary reactions (Afferent Pupillary Defect) are demonstrated here through an interactive simulation.
This page demonstrates abnormal eye movement syndromes, including paralysis of nerves controlling eye movement and other conditions such as
in-turning and out-turning of the eyes.
