Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

Angle Closure Glaucoma: Treatment01:28

Angle Closure Glaucoma: Treatment

1.5K
Angle-closure glaucoma, or closed-angle glaucoma, is an eye condition where the iris bulges out and blocks the iridocorneal angle, resulting in a buildup of aqueous humor and increased intraocular pressure. Immediate medical attention is necessary due to the sudden onset of symptoms. The treatment for angle-closure glaucoma includes short-term and long-term approaches. Short-term treatment involves using eye drops like pilocarpine to lower intraocular pressure by increasing aqueous humor...
1.5K
Open Angle Glaucoma: Treatment01:27

Open Angle Glaucoma: Treatment

1.1K
In open-angle glaucoma, the iridocorneal angle remains open, but the trabecular meshwork becomes stiff, slowing down the outflow of aqueous humor. This causes a buildup of aqueous humor in the anterior chamber, leading to a sudden increase in intraocular pressure. The treatment for open-angle glaucoma focuses on reducing the elevated intraocular pressure by either decreasing the secretion of aqueous humor or increasing its outflow.
Drugs such as carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, α2- and...
1.1K

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Revisiting the Instrumented Romberg Test: Can Today's Technology Offer a Risk-of-Fall Screening Device for Senior Citizens? An Experience-Based Approach.

Life (Basel, Switzerland)·2021
Same author

Ultra-Low-Level Laser Therapy and Acupuncture Libralux: What Is so Special?

Medicines (Basel, Switzerland)·2019
Same author

Laser Acupuncture in Open-Angle Glaucoma Treatment: A Retrospective Study of Eye Blood Flow.

Journal of acupuncture and meridian studies·2018
Same author

Biolite: A Patented Ultra-Low-Level Laser-Therapy Device for Treating Musculoskeletal Pain and Associated Impairments.

Journal of acupuncture and meridian studies·2015
Same author

Ultra-low power laser stimulation impairs the adhesion of Staphylococcus aureus to primary human cells, and interferes with the expression of staphylococcal pathogenic factors.

The new microbiologica·2014
Same author

Treating balance disorders by ultra-low-level laser stimulation of acupoints.

Journal of acupuncture and meridian studies·2013

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Mar 13, 2026

Author Spotlight: Exploring Press Needle Efficacy and Underlying Molecular Pathways
05:26

Author Spotlight: Exploring Press Needle Efficacy and Underlying Molecular Pathways

Published on: April 12, 2024

2.7K

Amblyopia: Can Laser Acupuncture be an Option?

Marzio Vanzini, Michele Gallamini

    Journal of Acupuncture and Meridian Studies
    |October 26, 2016
    PubMed
    Summary

    This study explored laser acupuncture for treating amblyopia (lazy eye) in children. The technique showed promising results, improving visual acuity in most young patients with high compliance.

    Area of Science:

    • Ophthalmology
    • Integrative Medicine
    • Pediatric Neurology

    Background:

    • Amblyopia, or lazy eye, is a common cause of visual impairment in children.
    • Conventional treatments for amblyopia exist but can be limited by patient compliance.
    • Acupuncture has demonstrated efficacy in amblyopia treatment, prompting exploration of novel delivery methods.

    Observation:

    • An unconventional laser-acupuncture technique using ultralow-light-intensity laser emission was applied to pediatric amblyopia patients.
    • Treatment involved sessions under 15 minutes, once weekly for 6-week cycles, with long-term follow-up.
    • The technique was applied to 13 children aged 3-11 years after initial success in a 14-year-old patient.

    Findings:

    • Rapid visual acuity improvement was observed in most patients after several laser acupuncture sessions.
    Keywords:
    acupunctureamblyopialaser acupuncturelazy eyeultralow-light-intensity laser therapy

    More Related Videos

    Author Spotlight: Advancements in Refractive Surgical Correction for Presbyopia and Exploring Postoperative Visual Acuity
    05:46

    Author Spotlight: Advancements in Refractive Surgical Correction for Presbyopia and Exploring Postoperative Visual Acuity

    Published on: September 20, 2024

    857
    A Laser-induced Mouse Model of Chronic Ocular Hypertension to Characterize Visual Defects
    07:00

    A Laser-induced Mouse Model of Chronic Ocular Hypertension to Characterize Visual Defects

    Published on: August 14, 2013

    13.7K

    Related Experiment Videos

    Last Updated: Mar 13, 2026

    Author Spotlight: Exploring Press Needle Efficacy and Underlying Molecular Pathways
    05:26

    Author Spotlight: Exploring Press Needle Efficacy and Underlying Molecular Pathways

    Published on: April 12, 2024

    2.7K
    Author Spotlight: Advancements in Refractive Surgical Correction for Presbyopia and Exploring Postoperative Visual Acuity
    05:46

    Author Spotlight: Advancements in Refractive Surgical Correction for Presbyopia and Exploring Postoperative Visual Acuity

    Published on: September 20, 2024

    857
    A Laser-induced Mouse Model of Chronic Ocular Hypertension to Characterize Visual Defects
    07:00

    A Laser-induced Mouse Model of Chronic Ocular Hypertension to Characterize Visual Defects

    Published on: August 14, 2013

    13.7K
  • Two patients did not show improvement, and some required retreatment due to visual acuity regression.
  • The results suggest laser acupuncture may offer comparable or superior outcomes to traditional acupuncture with enhanced patient compliance.

    • Implications:

    • Ultralow-light-intensity laser acupuncture presents a potentially effective and well-tolerated alternative for pediatric amblyopia management.
    • Further research is warranted to optimize treatment protocols and ensure long-term stability of visual gains.
    • This approach could improve accessibility and adherence to amblyopia therapy in young children.