Browsing University of Waterloo by Supervisor "Irving, Elizabeth"
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Development of Form Visual Acuity in Infants Measured by Schematic Faces
(University of Waterloo, 2018-10-05)Purpose The purpose of this thesis was 1) to develop a test of visual acuity (VA) to measure recognition (form) acuity at a younger age than is currently clinically possible (3 years). Currently, it is only possible to ... -
Ocular Perfusion Pressure in Spaceflight-Associated Neuro-Ocular Syndrome
(University of Waterloo, 2020-10-26)Purpose: Spaceflight associated neuro-ocular syndrome (SANS) is considered by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) as one of the most significant barriers to long term space exploration (Larkin, 2018). ... -
The Optometric Management of Concussion
(University of Waterloo, 2022-01-31)Traumatic brain injury is a major public health problem that affects millions of people annually and hundreds of people experience brain injury daily. Many of these individuals develop visual symptoms. Optometrists play a ... -
Optometry Outreach in Indigenous Communities in British Columbia, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba
(University of Waterloo, 2023-08-31)Introduction: Inuit, Métis, and First Nations, the three main Indigenous groups within Canada, face disproportionate barriers to access for primary eye and vision care. Optometrists visit rural and remote Indigenous ... -
Understanding concussion in para athletes with vision impairment
(University of Waterloo, 2023-02-15)Sports-related concussions occur in para sport as they do in able-bodied sport. There is evidence to suggest athletes with vision impairment (VI) may be more likely to sustain concussion injuries compared to athletes with ...