Eye Exercising Or Training Type Patents (Class 351/203)
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Publication number: 20100296054Abstract: Systems and methods for improving the peripheral vision of a subject are disclosed. In one aspect, embodiments of the present disclosure includes a method, which may be embodied on a system, for improving peripheral vision of a subject using a visual marker on a display screen, the method includes, displaying a peripheral target on the display screen, the peripheral target having a visually discernable characteristic and determining whether the subject is able to correctly identify the peripheral target displayed on the display screen using the peripheral vision. The visual marker is intended for viewing using central vision of the subject and the peripheral target is intended for identification using the peripheral vision of the subject.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 5, 2010Publication date: November 25, 2010Inventor: Sina Fateh
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Publication number: 20100253905Abstract: Cognitive deficits involving attention, sequential processing, reading, speed of processing, and navigation may be diagnosed and remediated in a subject by respectively measuring and improving contrast sensitivity for motion discrimination of the subject. A background may be displayed with a contrast and temporal frequency and either single, or multiple, higher spatial frequencies that may repeat over a wider area than the individual frequency components. A test window may be superimposed over the background, and includes a test pattern with a contrast and a spatial frequency and a temporal frequency The subject may provide a signal indicative of the direction the subject believes the test pattern moved. In response to this signal, the contrast of the test pattern, the spatial frequency of the background, the spatial frequency of the test pattern, or the temporal frequency may be modified, either by increasing or decreasing its respective value.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 5, 2010Publication date: October 7, 2010Inventor: Teri A. Lawton
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Patent number: 7789508Abstract: The enhanced visual field prism optical apparatus includes a pair of eye glasses frames having the users prescription provided therein, if needed, and an enhanced field prism rotatably supported in front of at least one of the lenses of the frames. For binocular vision, a prism is rotatably supported in front of both lenses of the frames.Type: GrantFiled: November 18, 2005Date of Patent: September 7, 2010Inventors: William V. Padula, I, William V. Padula, II, William V. Padula, III
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Patent number: 7789510Abstract: Systems and methods for improving the peripheral vision of a subject are disclosed. In one aspect, embodiments of the present disclosure includes a method, which may be embodied on a system, for improving peripheral vision of a subject using a visual marker on a display screen, the method includes, displaying a peripheral target on the display screen, the peripheral target having a visually discernable characteristic and determining whether the subject is able to correctly identify the peripheral target displayed on the display screen using the peripheral vision. The visual marker is intended for viewing using central vision of the subject and the peripheral target is intended for identification using the peripheral vision of the subject.Type: GrantFiled: January 14, 2009Date of Patent: September 7, 2010Inventor: Sina Fateh
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Publication number: 20100208198Abstract: System and methods for testing and/or training a subject's vision and neuro-processing abilities are provided. More specifically, the method may include testing various aspects of the subject's vision and neuro-processing abilities, such as depth perception, anticipation timing, perception speed ability, perception scan ability, etc. By using various tests, an efficient examination may be administered. In accordance with the invention, an individual may be subjected to such a method of testing and/or training at a unitary center capable of presenting such tests to the individual, receiving input from the individual, and processing the received input. Such a unitary test center may further be configurable, so that the tests administered may vary based on the needs of the individual. The received input may then, for example, be used to compute data related to the user's vision and neuro-processing abilities, both overall and for each individual test.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 14, 2008Publication date: August 19, 2010Applicant: Nike Inc.Inventors: Alan W. Reichow, Ryan C. Coulter
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Publication number: 20100201942Abstract: An information content difference between a left eye image and a right eye image is adjustable to achieve binocular vision in a patient having a deficiency of binocular vision. A source of image pairs is used along with a dichoptic display system to present a selected one of the images pairs as a right eye image to a patient's right eye and a left eye image to a patient's left eye. The difference at which a patient achieves binocular vision is a measure of a level binocular vision health or function, and continued exposure to the image pairs is therapeutic. The difference can be adjusted during therapy, and restoration of regular binocular vision is possible.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 23, 2008Publication date: August 12, 2010Applicant: MCGILL UNIVERSITYInventors: Robert F. Hess, Behzad Mansouri, Benjamin Simon Thompson
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Publication number: 20100188637Abstract: System and methods for testing and/or training a subject's visual ability are provided. More specifically, the method may include testing various aspects of the subject's visual acuity, such as clarity, contrast, tracking, etc. By using various tests, a more efficient examination may be administered. In accordance with the invention, an individual may be tested using methods of testing and/or training at a unitary center, where the unitary center is capable of presenting visual tests to the individual, receiving input from the individual, and processing the received input. Such a unitary test center may further be configurable, so that the tests administered may vary based on the needs of the individual. The received input may then, for example, be used to compute data related to the user's visual acuity, both overall and for each individual test.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 14, 2008Publication date: July 29, 2010Applicant: Nike, Inc.Inventors: Alan W. Reichow, Ryan C. Coulter
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Publication number: 20100182564Abstract: An eyewear system for the treatment of unilateral neglect syndrome is disclosed. The eyewear system is comprised of an eyewear device, a lens system, flashcards, an LED system integrated into the eyewear device, a remote control for selective activation of the LED system, and instructional media on the use of the eyewear system.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 16, 2009Publication date: July 22, 2010Inventors: Brian Patrick Smith, Ashanti R. Young
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Publication number: 20100182565Abstract: Systems and methods for automated testing and/or training of a subject's visual ability at varying distances are provided. A near display device may display visual indicia possessing characteristics. After receiving an input identifying a visual characteristic possessed by the displayed indicia, a second indicia may be displayed on a far display device. After receiving an input identifying a characteristic of the indicia displayed on the far display device, further testing may proceed alternating between the near display device and the far display device. More than two display devices may be utilized, with the display devices being located at differing distances or positions relative to a subject.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 14, 2008Publication date: July 22, 2010Applicant: Nike, Inc.Inventors: Alan W. Reichow, Ryan C. Coulter
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Publication number: 20100177278Abstract: System and methods for testing and/or training a subject's vision and coordination abilities are provided. More specifically, the method may include testing various aspects of the subject's vision and coordination abilities, such as eye-hand coordination, split attention, reaction time, body coordination, etc. By using various tests, an efficient examination may be administered. In accordance with the invention, an individual may be subjected to such a method of testing and/or training at a unitary center capable of presenting such tests to the individual, receiving input from the individual, and processing the received input. Such a unitary test center may further be configurable, so that the tests administered may vary based on the needs of the individual. The received input may then, for example, be used to compute data related to the user's vision and coordination abilities, both overall and for each individual test.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 14, 2008Publication date: July 15, 2010Applicant: Nike, Inc.Inventors: Alan W. Reichow, Ryan C. Coulter
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Patent number: 7740592Abstract: For electrophysiological assessment of visual function, a head mounted stereo display (eg virtual reality goggles) for displaying a stimulus is used to generate a retinal or cortical response. In particular, a method for objective electrophysiological assessment of visual function of at least one eye of a subject includes presenting a visual stimulus to at least one eye of the subject, recording at least one of a retinal response and a cortical response generated as a result of the presenting, analyzing said response and, as a result of said analysing, forming a map of the visual function of the at least one eye of the subject. The invention also relates to a system for such electrophysiological assessment.Type: GrantFiled: April 12, 2001Date of Patent: June 22, 2010Assignee: The University of SydneyInventors: Stuart L. Graham, Iouri Malov, Alex Kozlovski, Alexander Klistorner
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Publication number: 20100141894Abstract: A vision exercising apparatus including a visual display device (1); a locating means (5) for locating the head of a user at a position to provide a substantially known relationship between the visual display device (1) and the field of view of the user; display position control means for actuating the visual display device (1) to display a predetermined pattern at a known display position which corresponds to a specific viewing area of the field of view of the user; user actuable response means (17) to enable a user response to be provided; further control means to control the display position control means to repeatedly display the predetermined pattern at the known display condition; and means to collate user response and to evaluate the statistical significance of the user response for that display position. A predetermined pattern can thus be displayed in the field of view of a user that requires exercising.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 30, 2006Publication date: June 10, 2010Applicant: Aberdeen UniversityInventor: Arash Sahraie
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Publication number: 20100134757Abstract: An optical rehabilitation treatment comprising the steps of: a) subjecting a patient to an anamnesis of his/her ocular defects; b) controlling the patient's maximum visual acuity by positioning the patient first at a distance of about 3 meters, and then at a distance of about 1.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 1, 2008Publication date: June 3, 2010Inventor: Sergio ARCONA
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Publication number: 20100134758Abstract: A method to improve the receptiveness of a person to a training session of the human visual system where at least one visual stimuli arrangement is provided to the person and where means are provided so that the high order aberrations of the system consisting of the combination of said means and the eye of the person is lower than the high order aberrations of the eye of the person. The method to improve deficiencies, inefficiencies or both in neuronal interaction comprising preceding improvement method. A system such as a lens system, an artificial pupil or a clipable lens adapted for said methods. Related computer program product and computer-readable medium.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 26, 2008Publication date: June 3, 2010Applicant: Essilor International (Compagnie Generale D'Optiqu e)Inventor: Cecile Petignaud
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Patent number: 7727116Abstract: Apparatus and method for the treatment of computer vision syndrome using a computer including a screen, a processor, memory and an I/O device. A set of instructions for the computer that includes programs for conducting hand-eye exercises in preselected sequences are loaded into the computer and run. Alternately, a pair of hand wands having a handle at one end and an LED light positioned on the other end are held by a user in front of the computer and a plurality of slap switches having means for detachably attaching the slap switches to a surface are positioned relative to the user and the computer. The user through the use of the slap switches and the hand wands carry out sequences of exercises that will rehabilitate the user regarding computer vision syndrome. The results of the exercises are communicated wirelessly from the hand wands and the slap switches to the computer.Type: GrantFiled: December 23, 2005Date of Patent: June 1, 2010Inventors: George H. Kaplan, Timothy R. Nee
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Patent number: 7726812Abstract: A device for preventing and treating myopia includes a base, a spectacles frame (1), a holder (3) and a lens (2). The holder (3) is mounted on the base; a visual target (4) is placed on the base. The spectacles frame (1) is connected to the holder (3) by adjustable connecting parts (31,32,33,34,35), so the distance between the spectacles frame (1) and the visual target (4) which is placed on the base is adjustable.Type: GrantFiled: December 20, 2004Date of Patent: June 1, 2010Inventors: Minghua Dai, Yaodong Dai
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Publication number: 20100118264Abstract: Systems and methods for treating a retinal disease in a human include locating and defining one or more zones of vision within the human's visual system and defining a treatment area which is located within at least one of the zones. The method of this embodiment may also include treating the human's retinal disease by presenting visual stimuli to the treatment area at a specified location and with a specified definition and recording changes in specified characteristics of the human's visual system. The method of this embodiment may also include reiterating the previous steps so as to improve the human's overall visual system.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 21, 2010Publication date: May 13, 2010Applicant: NovaVision, Inc.Inventor: Bernhard Sabel
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Publication number: 20100097571Abstract: The object of the present invention is to provide a system and method to enable a person wishing to improve his vision capabilities to carry with him a training device and to be able to train his vision whenever and wherever he wishes. The current invention makes use of widely available and familiar infrastructure of hand held devices such as cellular phone and cellular network. Other mobile digital devices having visual display may be used, for example: Pocket PC, Palm computer electronic notebook, Personal Digital Assistant (PDA) and even some digital music players such as iPod. Training session comprises of displaying to the trainee sequence of images on the built in display of there hand held device and receiving his response to the displayed images.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 31, 2005Publication date: April 22, 2010Inventor: Uri Polat
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Patent number: 7699466Abstract: A visual training device 1 including: a screen arranged facing a subject H having visual impairment; a line of vision detection unit that detects a line of vision of the subject H and outputs line of vision signals indicating the line of vision; a visual field data storage unit that stores visual field data indicating the visible area AR2 and the area of visual impairment AR1 of the subject H; and a screen control unit 53 that, on the aforementioned screen, moves the visible area AR2 specified based on the aforementioned visual field data in correspondence to the movement of the line of vision of the subject H specified by the aforementioned line of vision signals. The display format of the visible area AR2 or a region including the vicinity thereof, is displayed different from the display format of the other region. By doing this, an attitudinal barrier of the person with visual impairment, the subject, can be removed, and the visual training device can allow easy training to be provided.Type: GrantFiled: January 19, 2006Date of Patent: April 20, 2010Assignee: National Institute of Information and Communications TechnologyInventors: Tomoe Hayakawa, Norio Fujimaki, Hideo Eda
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Patent number: 7682021Abstract: Systems and methods for treating a retinal disease in a human include locating and defining one or more zones of vision within the human's visual system and defining a treatment area which is located within at least one of the zones. The method of this embodiment may also include treating the human's retinal disease by presenting visual stimuli to the treatment area at a specified location and with a specified definition and recording changes in specified characteristics of the human's visual system. The method of this embodiment may also include reiterating the previous steps so as to improve the human's overall visual system.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2006Date of Patent: March 23, 2010Assignee: NovaVision, Inc.Inventor: Bernhard Sabel
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Patent number: 7661821Abstract: Apparatus for improving the visual perception ability of a person with respect to a particular eye condition of at least one eye, includes a client terminal including display device for displaying images to the person, and an input device for inputting responses by the person to images displayed in said display device; and a processor system programmed such that in an evaluation phase, the processor controls said display device to display to the person a plurality of images selected to test the visual perception ability of the person with respect to at least one visual defect, and utilizes responses inputted by the person via said input device to select another plurality of images designed to improve the visual perception ability of the person with respect to a detected visual defect.Type: GrantFiled: October 15, 2006Date of Patent: February 16, 2010Assignee: RevitalVision, LLCInventor: Nir Ellenbogen
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Patent number: 7651222Abstract: An eye muscle trainer has an outer casing, a control circuit module, a first light emitting unit set, two second light emitting unit sets, two third light emitting unit sets and an eye frame. The outer casing is opaque and has a rear opening. The light emitting unit sets are mounted on the control circuit module. The first light emitting unit set is for focusing user's vision. The second light emitting unit sets are for focusing user's vision on seeing straightly. The third light emitting units are for focusing the user's vision on seeing outwardly. The eye frame accommodates the rear opening of the outer casing. Therefore, wearing the eye muscle trainer releases eyestrain because watching the light emitting unit sets arranged at different position exercises the user's eyes. Consequently, appropriate releasing eyestrain assists improving eyesight.Type: GrantFiled: May 20, 2008Date of Patent: January 26, 2010Inventor: David Min-Liang Yang
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Patent number: 7635185Abstract: The present invention provides a technique for enabling a user of a personal computer, a television, or the like to relieve his or her fatigue without difficulties. The present invention provides a fatigue relief supporting apparatus wherein the apparatus has image generating means for generating an image of a predetermined object which shuttles on a screen of an image display device in a horizontal direction and displaying the object image on the screen of the image display device, and wherein the user looks down to follow the object image with the user's eyes to relieve the user's fatigue.Type: GrantFiled: March 17, 2005Date of Patent: December 22, 2009Assignee: Scalar CorporationInventors: Kiyoshi Matsuo, Masao Yamamoto
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Publication number: 20090303436Abstract: Findings by sports optometrists conclude that sporting hand eye coordination is improved when high color contrast between figure and ground exist. Ground is defined as any and all possible background coloring. Figure herein refers to the prime sports objects; soccer balls, baseballs, footballs, bowling pins, handballs, lawn bowling posts, pucks, ringette rings, horseshoe pins, polo balls, golf balls, ping pong balls, badminton birds, hand balls, volleyballs, racquet balls and any military targets, that can be made available in discolored selections, including but not limited to; green, blue, white, two color combinations such as but not limited to; white and gray, red and white yellow and white. Military targets may be prepared in camouflage, or any colors expected to be replication of critical naturally anticipated backgrounds. Among these are the greens and browns of earth, blue and blue-green of sea, and various blues and cloud conditions of the sky and dark shades of night.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 16, 2007Publication date: December 10, 2009Inventor: Gary Alan Brown
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Publication number: 20090290123Abstract: An eye muscle trainer has an outer casing, a control circuit module, a first light emitting unit set, two second light emitting unit sets, two third light emitting unit sets and an eye frame. The outer casing is opaque and has a rear opening. The light emitting unit sets are mounted on the control circuit module. The first light emitting unit set is for focusing user's vision. The second light emitting unit sets are for focusing user's vision on seeing straightly. The third light emitting units are for focusing the user's vision on seeing outwardly. The eye frame accommodates the rear opening of the outer casing. Therefore, wearing the eye muscle trainer releases eyestrain because watching the light emitting unit sets arranged at different position exercises the user's eyes. Consequently, appropriate releasing eyestrain assists improving eyesight.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 20, 2008Publication date: November 26, 2009Inventor: David Min-Liang Yang
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Publication number: 20090264800Abstract: A method for creating worksheets for eye-tracking therapy includes steps of specifying a pattern including a plurality of characters in an order for recognition. Steps generate at least one scramble of characters arranged in a plurality of rows containing a plurality of characters where the pattern is contained in the scramble in the order. Steps present the scramble in the worksheet for training eyes of a person to make correct saccadic movements by recognizing the pattern in the order.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 18, 2008Publication date: October 22, 2009Inventor: Jacob Gestetner
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Publication number: 20090244481Abstract: It is an object of the present invention to provide a vision recovery training device that can more improve a training effect of a trainer whose visual acuity is lowered. The vision recovery training device of the present invention trains an image formation accommodative function of an eye. The vision recovery training device includes: an eyepiece 3 that allows the trainer to watch a visual acuity training image in a vision recovery training device main body; and a distance maintaining part 14 that maintains a distance between the trainer and the eyepiece 3.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 29, 2006Publication date: October 1, 2009Applicants: Matsushita Electric Industrial Co., Ltd., TechnoMaster Co., Ltd.Inventors: Toshiharu Satoh, Eiichi Ookawa, Hidenori Horie
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Publication number: 20090225275Abstract: An object of the invention is to provide a vision recovery training apparatus capable of efficiently conducting vision recovery training and conducting training without inputting a training parameter according to an improvement state of an image formation adjustment function of each trainee every training. In a vision recovery training apparatus 1 for training an image formation adjustment function of an eye, the vision recovery training apparatus of the invention comprises a display part 4 for displaying an image for vision recovery, and a main controller 11 which calculates a new training parameter based on a training parameter which is acquired from a storage device for storing a training history and is applied to a trainee at least one time and conducting training to which the calculated new training parameter is applied.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 5, 2006Publication date: September 10, 2009Applicants: MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD., TECHNOMASTER CO., LTD.Inventors: Hidenori Horie, Hisashi Akiyama, Eiichi Ookawa
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Patent number: 7575320Abstract: A double sided adhesive eye patch, bearing a new or old outdated corrective lens, is placed over the eye of the participant on the singles scene such as in nightclubs or while bathing on beaches, and the wearer can thus see clearly, or fairly clearly if an outdated old corrective lens was used. During normal everyday activities, such a patch would have a ridiculous appearance, but when used in socializing environments they become like small carnival masks and attract attention, which is desired for many folks in these environments. Messages can be affixed that can act as conversation pieces to help people meet each other. If desired, two patches can cover both eyes to form a pair of “crazy” spectacles. Unlike conventional eyewear with temples or straps, they are harder to dislodge by accident from the face of the wearer during swimming and dancing, and are cheap and easily replaceable.Type: GrantFiled: September 20, 2003Date of Patent: August 18, 2009Inventor: Shree K. Kurup
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Publication number: 20090180071Abstract: Systems and methods for improving the peripheral vision of a subject are disclosed. In one aspect, embodiments of the present disclosure includes a method, which may be embodied on a system, for improving peripheral vision of a subject using a visual marker on a display screen, the method includes, displaying a peripheral target on the display screen, the peripheral target having a visually discernable characteristic and determining whether the subject is able to correctly identify the peripheral target displayed on the display screen using the peripheral vision. The visual marker is intended for viewing using central vision of the subject and the peripheral target is intended for identification using the peripheral vision of the subject.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 14, 2009Publication date: July 16, 2009Inventor: Sina Fateh
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Publication number: 20090168016Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a visual training apparatus in which a trainee can make accommodation of the trainee's eye easily when the trainee is training. The visual training apparatus includes a display member 1, an optical system 2, a base 3 and a housing 4. The display member 1 displays a training image, and is fixed to the base 3 so as to cross an optic axis 51 of a trainee 5 substantially perpendicularly thereto. The optical system 2 includes a lens 21, a feed screw 22 and a motor 23. When the motor 23 is driven, the lens 21 moves along the optic axis 51 with the aid of the feed screw 22. Thus, the optical characteristic of the optical system 2 is changed so that the optical distance between the eye position of the trainee 5 and the display member 1 can be changed. The display member 1 displays a training image having dimensions proportional to the optical distance between the eye position of the trainee and the display member 1.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 11, 2005Publication date: July 2, 2009Applicants: MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD., TECHNOMASTER CO., LTD.Inventors: Eiichi Ohkawa, Hisashi Hagiwara, Fumiaki Emoto, Saho Yamada
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Patent number: 7549743Abstract: A system and method for retraining the visual system of a subject with damage to the striate and/or extrastriate visual cortex includes displaying a visual stimulus within a first location of an impaired visual field of the subject; and detecting the subject's perception of an attribute of the visual stimulus. The system and method are believed to effectively recruit undamaged higher level structures in the visual system to assume the functions of the damaged structures.Type: GrantFiled: January 6, 2006Date of Patent: June 23, 2009Assignee: University of RochesterInventors: Krystel R. Huxlin, Mary M. Hayhoe, Jeff B. Pelz
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Publication number: 20090153796Abstract: Multi-functional optometric-ophthalmic system for testing, diagnosing, or treating, vision or eyes of a subject, and methodologies thereof. Includes: a head mountable unit, including a head mounting assembly, and at least one near eye module assembly (NEMa), mounted upon the head mounting assembly, for generating optical processes or effects which act or take place upon, and are affected by, at least one eye of the subject, and for receiving results of the optical processes or effects from the at least one eye, as part of the testing, diagnosing, or treating of the vision or eyes of the subject; and a central controlling and processing unit. Near eye module assembly includes: a micro-display (?display), a first lens assembly (L1a), and a refraction correction assembly (RCa). Generally applicable for performing a wide variety of different optometric and ophthalmic tests, diagnoses, and treatments, of a subject's vision or eyes.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 3, 2006Publication date: June 18, 2009Inventor: Arthur Rabner
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Patent number: 7543938Abstract: An electronic image shown on a display can be shifted to the left for left eye viewing and shifted to the right for right eye viewing. A left eye shutter can be positioned over the left eye and a right eye shutter positioned over the right eye. The left eye shutter can open when the image shown on the display is shifted to the left, and the right eye shutter can open when the image shown on the display is shifted to the right, such that each eye can view the image without substantial convergence. In addition to relieving convergence, embodiments of the present invention may relieve prolonged ciliary muscle spasms that can result in pseudomyopia, and may also decrease the onset and severity of myopia, for example developmental myopia.Type: GrantFiled: September 17, 2007Date of Patent: June 9, 2009Inventor: Tsutomu Nakada
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Patent number: 7540615Abstract: Computer-implemented method for enhancing a participant's cognition, including, e.g., visual memory, utilizing a computing device to present visual stimuli for training, and to record responses from the participant. Multiple graphical elements are provided for visual presentation to the participant. A temporal sequence of a plurality of the graphical elements is visually presented, including displaying each graphical element in the sequence at a respective location in a visual field for a specified duration, then ceasing to display the graphical element. The presented graphical elements include at least two matching graphical elements. The participant is required to respond to the presented sequence, including indicating locations of matching graphical elements. A determination is made as to whether the participant responded correctly, and the duration modified based on the determining.Type: GrantFiled: August 15, 2008Date of Patent: June 2, 2009Assignee: Posit Science CorporationInventors: Michael M. Merzenich, Dylan Bird, Donald F. Brenner, Samuel C. Chan, Peter B. Delahunt, Joseph L. Hardy, Stephen G. Lisberger, Henry W. Mahncke
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Patent number: 7533987Abstract: The method provides an exercising environment which contains a display device positioned on a platform, a servo motor to move the platform forward towards a trainee or backward away from the trainee, an illuminating device producing lighting to the exercising environment a switch to turn on and off the illuminating device, and a computing device controlling a video or image displayed on the display device. Then, while the trainee is watching the video or image shown on the display device, by adjusting the distance of the display device to the trainee, the brightness of the illuminating device, and the location of the image on the display device, ail within appropriate ranges and at appropriate frequencies, the ciliary body, the iris, and the extraocular muscles of the trainee's eyes are automatically exercised by the method without boring the trainee.Type: GrantFiled: May 31, 2007Date of Patent: May 19, 2009Inventor: Hong-Bing Tsai
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Publication number: 20090109398Abstract: Apparatus for improving the visual perception ability of a person with respect to a particular eye condition of at least one eye, includes a client terminal including display device for displaying images to the person, and an input device for inputting responses by the person to images displayed in said display device; and a processor system programmed such that in an evaluation phase, the processor controls said display device to display to the person a plurality of images selected to test the visual perception ability of the person with respect to at least one visual defect, and utilizes responses inputted by the person via said input device to select another plurality of images designed to improve the visual perception ability of the person with respect to a detected visual defect; and in a treatment phase, the processor controls said display device to display to the person said another plurality of images to thereby improve the visual perception ability of the person with respect to said detected visual dType: ApplicationFiled: October 15, 2006Publication date: April 30, 2009Inventor: Nir Ellenbogen
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Patent number: 7494221Abstract: The invention relates to medicine. The inventive method consists in influencing the user's eyes by additional pictures on screen, whereby an image is formed whose shape and color range have a relaxing effect on a visual analyzer. The duration of exposure to the additional pictures are selected in such a way that they perform a relaxing effect on lateral and transversal eye muscles. The time interval between the images range from 20 to 150 min, the duration of exposure is selected within a range of 1.0 to 6.0 min. Together with the relaxing effect on a visual organ, said relaxing action is also exerted on an organ of hearing and muscles of the neck. The shape of at least a part of the additional pictures is smooth and roundish without distinct lines and boundaries.Type: GrantFiled: April 20, 2001Date of Patent: February 24, 2009Inventor: Vladimir Naumovich Turovetsky
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Publication number: 20090046247Abstract: It is an object of the present invention to provide a vision recovery training device that can carry out both the training of both eyes and the training of one eye. The vision recovery training device of the present invention includes a target 2 to be watched; a driving device 3 that moves the target 2 and a visual field plate 13 having three peep windows 5a to 5c through which the target 2 is peeped; and is characterized in that the three peep windows are respectively horizontally arranged in parallel, the peep window 5b provided at a center is located on an extended line of a moving direction of the target 2, other two peep windows 5a and 5c are located at positions spaced by an equal distance from the peep window 5b located at the center and a distance between the other two peep windows 5a and 5c are substantially equal to an interval of pupils of a person.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 29, 2006Publication date: February 19, 2009Applicants: MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD., TECHNOMASTER CO., LTD.Inventors: Eiichi Ookawa, Hidenori Horie
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Publication number: 20090040459Abstract: A device for preventing and treating myopia includes a base, a spectacles frame (1), a holder (3) and a lens (2). The holder (3) is mounted on the base; a visual target (4) is placed on the base. The spectacles frame (1) is connected to the holder (3) by adjustable connecting parts (31,32,33,34,35), so the distance between the spectacles frame (1) and the visual target (4) which is placed on the base is adjustable.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2004Publication date: February 12, 2009Inventors: Minghua Dai, Yaodong Dai
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Publication number: 20090009714Abstract: The present invention relates to an apparatus and method for the assessment and rehabilitation of vision impairment. In particular, the invention is concerned with an apparatus displaying visual stimuli and the method of using this device for the purpose of assessment and rehabilitation of individuals with acquired brain injury and visual impairment resulting therefrom. The apparatus comprises a display means with a plurality of visual stimuli switched on and off in predetermined sequences. The sequences are adapted to be used to assess and rehabilitate a person's visual impairment.Type: ApplicationFiled: December 20, 2006Publication date: January 8, 2009Applicant: NEURO VISION TECHNOLOGY PTY LTDInventors: Gayle Clarke, Allison Dorothy Hayes, Gregory William Liddle, Raymond John Liddle, Donald Frederick Verlander
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Publication number: 20080293521Abstract: Provided are articles comprising targets useful in aiding persons desiring to improve their baseball pitching skills. An article according to one embodiment of the invention comprises a target area that corresponds substantially in size with the strike zone in American baseball, and the target area is divided into quadrants each of a contrasting color with respect to one another. A plurality of characters, such as numbers, are disposed about the periphery of the target area.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 20, 2007Publication date: November 27, 2008Inventor: William P. Bishop
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Patent number: 7452336Abstract: An apparatus and method for rehabilitating patients and assessing tactile skills in response to visual stimuli generated from a portable neural training device. The device generates a visual output to elicit tactile response (hand movement) from the patient. The device preferably automatically adjusts the difficulty of a session in response to demonstrated patient skill level (i.e. combination of correct responses, speed, and accuracy of responses). The invention evaluates and challenges the patient to control tactile response, overcome visual perception difficulties, or practice simple multi-tasking or reasoning skills. The invention also provides information which is valuable to those administering the rehabilitation program or assessing patient skill and/or progress. By way of example the neural training device is described with an embodiment having discrete fixed keys and an embodiment utilizing a touch sensitive display screen.Type: GrantFiled: September 3, 2004Date of Patent: November 18, 2008Assignee: Interactive Neuro Technology, Inc.Inventor: James W. Thompson
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Publication number: 20080278682Abstract: A system and method for retraining the visual system of a subject with damage to the striate and/or extrastriate visual cortex includes displaying a visual stimulus within a first location of an impaired visual field of the subject; and detecting the subject's perception of an attribute of the visual stimulus. The system and method are believed to effectively recruit undamaged higher level structures in the visual system to assume the functions of the damaged structures.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 6, 2006Publication date: November 13, 2008Applicant: UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTERInventors: Krystel R. Huxlin, Mary M. Hayhoe, Jeff B. Pelz
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Patent number: 7446762Abstract: A system for avoiding eye and bodily injury from using a display device comprises: a storage unit for storing a first program and a second program; a timer for respectively measuring corresponding running time of the programs; a counter for counting a continuous running count of the first program; a control unit for running the programs stored in the storage unit and outputting a control signal; an OSD (On Screen Display) component for receiving the control signal, and outputting OSD data such as a series of dynamic icons for reminding users to blink, and pattern data for reminding users to take exercises; and a display unit for receiving the OSD data to display the dynamic icons, and the pattern data to show a comfort display. A corresponding method is also provided.Type: GrantFiled: March 8, 2005Date of Patent: November 4, 2008Assignees: Hong Fu Jin Precision Industry (Shenzhen) Co., Ltd., Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., Ltd.Inventors: Kuan-Hong Hsieh, Xiao-Guang Li
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Patent number: 7419263Abstract: A device for assisting the development of an infant's visual acuity and for transferring the mother's scent to an infantile environment. Supple fabric contacts an area of the mother's body for absorbing a portion of the mother's scent and is thereafter transferred and located in proximity with the infantile environment for venting the transferred scent about the infantile environment. Due to the device's contrasting colors, the training of the infant's visual acuity can be enhanced.Type: GrantFiled: June 27, 2005Date of Patent: September 2, 2008Assignee: Mobile Mom, LLCInventors: Kenneth F. Pearce, Andrea W. Mesplay
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Publication number: 20080198327Abstract: A device for improvement and training the fusion reflex and method for use thereof are proposed. The method comprises providing the device, including substantially identical right and left photo-probes, each photo-probe including a base stand, supporting a vertical rod, with an aiming unit, light-emitting photo-targets of different colors, mounted on the rod, with predetermined distances therebetween and to the aiming unit, choosing a distant object, disposing the photo-probes in front of the person's eyes, closing the left eye, pointing the aiming means at the object, imposing a photo-targets' image, immediately under the object's image, opening the left eye, viewing real and phantom right photo-target images, positioned to the left from the real one, closing the right eye, and repeating the same steps for the right eye, opening both eyes, simultaneously repeating the same steps for both eyes; and repeating the aforesaid cycle a predetermined number of times.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 10, 2008Publication date: August 21, 2008Inventors: Igor Bursov, Skald Shapovalov, Evgeniy Skvortsov
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Patent number: 7404639Abstract: This invention provides a stereo image displaying method and eyesight recovery apparatus which stimulates the eye muscles and is inexpensive and simple. An image for the left and the right eye are displayed on the screen 50 of an electronic device 2 alternately, an observer wears spectacles 4 which open and close in synchronism with the display of these images to produce a convergence angle and parallax to obtain a 3-D image. A 3-D image display device is used to enable the observer to focus his/her right and left eyes on the images of a 3-D image. A 3-D image 10a is displayed at a position close to the spectacles 4 and then gradually moved away from it. The eyesight recovery apparatus comprises a movement control unit 10 for moving a 3-D image 10b at a distance close to the spectacles 4 and a repetition control unit 23 for repeating the receding and approach movements.Type: GrantFiled: December 10, 2001Date of Patent: July 29, 2008Assignee: Olympus Visual Communications Corp.Inventors: Takashi Nishihira, Hirofumi Tahara
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Patent number: 7384399Abstract: A system for testing a subject's cognition and motor timing includes an actuator, a sensor and a computer. The actuator is configured to present to the subject multiple stimuli, including predictable stimuli and non-predictable (e.g., random or pseudo-random) stimuli. The sensor generates sensor signals associated with the subject responding to the stimuli. The computer stores timing values associated with the sensor signals for a plurality of the sequences of stimuli, and analyzes the timing values to determine if the subject has an anticipatory timing impairment. The system may also be configured to provide feedback signals to the user, in which case the system also functions as cognition timing and motor training system.Type: GrantFiled: April 27, 2004Date of Patent: June 10, 2008Inventor: Jamshid Ghajar
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Patent number: 7380941Abstract: A device for assisting the development of an infant's visual acuity and for transferring the mother's scent to an infantile environment. Smooth and supple fabric contacts an area of the mother's body for absorbing a portion of the mother's scent and is thereafter transferred and located in proximity with the infantile environment for venting the transferred scent about the infantile environment. Due to the device's contrasting colors, the training of the infant's visual acuity can be enhanced.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 2005Date of Patent: June 3, 2008Assignee: Mobil Mom, LLCInventor: James G. Alexander