Problem orientation in vision therapy.

Abstract

Quantification and retrieval of data in vision therapy is a difficult task for both the private practitioner and optometric educator. The problem-oriented record provides an organizational approach that readily identifies patient's problems, therapeutic objectives, and the results of administered therapy. A minimum data base and the resultant problem list for vision therapy has been designed by us. By combining these two through a system of coding, a ready computer data retrieval system was devised. This system provides a method to clearly define terms, objectives, and results. Utilization of this record system by optometric schools and practitioners should reduce much of the confusion existing in the specialty field of vision therapy.