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Adult visual system plasticity.

S M Levine1

  • 1SUNY State College of Optometry, NY 10010.

Journal of the American Optometric Association
|February 1, 1988
PubMed
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Adult visual system plasticity is a key concept in optometry. This review explores existing literature on neuroplasticity in the adult visual system, suggesting multiple sensitive periods exist.

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Area of Science:

  • Neuroscience
  • Optometry
  • Visual System Plasticity

Background:

  • Optometry relies on the principle of neuroplasticity within the visual system.
  • Understanding adult visual plasticity is crucial for effective optometric interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review and synthesize current literature on adult visual system plasticity.
  • To explore the implications of developmental and central nervous system plasticity for the adult visual system.

Main Methods:

  • Comprehensive literature review of studies investigating adult visual system plasticity.
  • Inclusion of research on visual system development and adult central nervous system plasticity.

Main Results:

  • Evidence supports the existence of plasticity in the adult visual system.

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  • Developmental plasticity and general CNS plasticity offer insights into adult visual system function.

    • Conclusions:

    • The adult visual system exhibits plasticity.
    • Multiple sensitive periods for plasticity may exist within the visual system, impacting optometric practice.