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OEPF funded research--its impact on prevention.
Journal of the American Optometric Association
|April 1, 1983
Summary
Behavioral optometrists utilize many assessment and treatment techniques developed by the Optometric Extension Program Foundation, Inc. (OEPF). Research refined by OEPF has the potential to reduce the impact of increasing vision problems.
Area of Science:
- Behavioral Optometry
- Vision Science Research
Background:
- The Optometric Extension Program Foundation, Inc. (OEPF) has a long history of research in behavioral optometry.
- Many current assessment techniques and treatment regimens originate from OEPF research efforts.
Purpose of the Study:
- To summarize the historical research phases of the OEPF.
- To highlight the clinical application and impact of OEPF-refined vision therapies.
Main Methods:
- Review of historical research phases and development of assessment techniques and treatment regimens.
- Analysis of clinical application by OEPF associates.
Main Results:
- A significant body of optometric assessment and treatment strategies has been developed through OEPF research since 1928.
- OEPF-refined regimens are clinically applicable and effective.
Conclusions:
- OEPF research has substantially contributed to the field of behavioral optometry.
- Clinically applied OEPF regimens can mitigate the growing social and economic burden of vision problems in a technological society.