Professor Donald Tan speaks...

In an article entitled "Eye-opening techniques to better vision" in BT on July 5, 2008, Professor Donald Tan, director of SNEC and Singapore Eye Research Institute discussed the pros and cons of EyeRelax2 and Neurovision.

Firstly, what is EyeRelax2? I quote,
"EyeRelax2 has been tried by some schoolchildren, concerned parents and educators. Using the toaster-size device is certainly a colourful experience. First, coloured circles go back and forth to work the ciliary muscles. Second, the circles flash like disco lights - accompanied by Richard Clayderman-type music - to stimulate the retina."

What did the professor say about EyeRelax2? I quote again,

• "There are no overdosage warning tags or schedules to comply with. The only recommendation is to use the device twice a day, with three to four hours between sessions."
• "EyeRelax has never published any scientific results or studies and cannot therefore claim any scientific efficacy."
• "EyeRelax2 simply helps people relax their eyes back to their normal distance focus - and does nothing to correct myopia, which occurs as a result of eyeball growth."

What is Neurovision? I got the following from SNEC's website,

"It is a patented, hi-tech system... based on twenty years of scientific and clinical research. The NeuroVision programs have been tested and validated by the Singapore Eye Research Institute, and other reputable eye institutions worldwide.All NeuroVision programs received the European Union Medical CE Mark."

What did Prof say about it?

• "He gives his vote to NeuroVision."
• "NeuroVision attempts to train the brain's visual cortex to process blurred images better. Images are said to get sharper, so a person can see better. There is a stricter regime of 30 sessions to adhere to, and it should be used on alternate days."
• "... use the computer programme, or buy the system to use it at home, though you will have to visit an optometrist or opthalmologist every five sessions to check on progress."
• ".. it works best for people with less than 150 degrees."

Consumers, the above is presented as a summary of an article in a local newspaper. For a complete view, you may wish to read the article cited or check with a trained personnel in this area of knowledge.