Effect of Cranial Manipulation on Visual Function

Anthony G. Chila, DO, FAAO
The AAO Journal Winter 2002

This study was a double-blind randomized trial. Thirty subjects were given optometric examinations, evaluated for cranial asymmetry and randomly assigned to treatment or control groups. The treatment group was given treatment to correct identified dysfunction, while light pressure without treatment was administered to the control group. Subjects were then reassessed for the presence of cranial dysfunction and subsequently receive repeat optometric examination. Results suggested that visual function can be altered following cranial treatment and cranial treatment can be useful in certain occular conditions.
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