Fixation: The Heart of Reliable Perimetry
Visual field testing relies on one simple assumption: the patient keeps their gaze fixed. But in reality, small shifts in attention — a blink, a brief glance — can distort test results. Fixation loss is one of the biggest challenges in perimetry, often forcing retests and creating inconsistent data.
Micro Medical addressed this problem head-on with the VF2000 NEO, a cutting-edge visual field headset equipped with Active Eye Tracking. This technology continuously monitors the patient’s gaze and adjusts the test in real time, ensuring precision without interruption.
How It Works
As the patient wears the NEO headset, built-in sensors track subtle eye movements. If the patient blinks or looks away, the test automatically pauses, preventing false responses. Once fixation returns, testing resumes seamlessly.
This real-time correction means fewer errors, faster tests, and better diagnostic confidence. For busy clinics, it eliminates the need to redo long perimetry sessions — saving both time and resources.
Why Active Eye Tracking Matters
Beyond convenience, Active Eye Tracking enhances clinical accuracy. Reliable fixation ensures that defects mapped on the visual field are genuine, not artifacts. This is especially critical when monitoring progressive diseases like glaucoma, where subtle changes matter.
For patients who find testing difficult — such as elderly individuals or children — this technology provides an adaptive safety net. Instead of penalizing small movements, it accommodates them intelligently, making testing more inclusive and reliable.
Integrating NEO into Modern Practice
The VF2000 NEO fits seamlessly into any eye care environment. Like the G2 model, it’s compact, portable, and compatible with standard billing codes. Training technicians is straightforward, and results are delivered in standard report formats that ophthalmologists are already familiar with.
Many clinics use the G2 for routine screening and the NEO for more complex cases requiring advanced monitoring — a complementary approach that maximizes flexibility.
Conclusion: Smarter Technology for Sharper Vision
Active Eye Tracking in the VF2000 NEO represents the next step in perimetry evolution. It brings intelligence to the diagnostic process, allowing both clinicians and patients to achieve more consistent, trustworthy results.
In every sense, the NEO isn’t just a device — it’s a smarter way to see what matters most.
Experience accuracy in motion. Learn more about the VF2000 NEO and schedule a demo at micromedinc.com.
