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1,019 complete pairs of spectacles were provided, some of these being
renewals after breakages. In addition, in 364 cases the lenses of spectacles
were replaced or repairs of frames were carried out,
Dr. H. J. R. Thorne, M.B., B.S., D.O., D.O.M.S., the Ophthalmic
Surgeon at Valentines Ophthalmic Clinic, makes the following report:—
"Valentines Ophthalmic Clinic has continued to function smoothly
and satisfactorily throughout the year and clinics have been well
attended. The cases dealt with were of much the same types as in
previous years.
The majority of children were, as in the past, seen because of
defective vision in one or both eyes, usually detected during routine
school medical examinations, and due to refractive errors. Of these
cases, a not inconsiderable number also had a squint.
In addition many cases of true or apparent squint were referred
for examination, advice and treatment.
All these cases are seen at regular intervals and kept under
observation as necessary throughout their school life.
Partially sighted (or blind) children—fortunately few in number—
were seen as required, reported on (on Form B.D.8) and advice given
as to schooling and treatment
Good co-operation has been obtained from various London Eye
Hospitals to which cases were referred as necessary for operation (e.g.,
for squint) or further detailed (hospital) examination and investigation.
The Orthoptist has continued to work at the Orthoptic Clinic at
Mayesbrook on three days a week.
The Orthoptic Clinic has functioned efficiently as an indispensable
adjunct to a School Eye Clinic in the treatment and observation of
squint cases—both true and latent and pre- and post-operative.
The fitting and supply of spectacles, in the hands of the attending
Optician, have continued to be quite satisfactory."
Orthoptic Clinic.
Miss C. M. Hazel. D.B.O., the Orthoptist, makes the following report:
"The Uford Orthoptic Clinic still functioned throughout 1957 at
the Mayesbrook Health Services Clinic, 6 sessions weekly being held,
with a total of 277 sessions in the year.
76 new cases of school age were seen and the total attendances
of this age group numbered 528. 67 cases were discharged, the majority
following satisfactory treatment. It is interesting to note that only
15 children failed to show improvement with treatment. There were
240 cases under treatment at the end of the year."
Orthopaedic Clinic.
Mr. H. G. Korvin, F.R.C.S., the Orthopaedic Surgeon, makes the
following report: —
"During the past year a new feature has been introduced into
the Orthopaedic Service of the Ilford School Clinics. A weekly
swimming session was added to the exercise classes, mainly for children
suffering from postural defects but also for those affected by
poliomyelitis, spastic paralysis etc.—Mr. Brand has very kindly taken
this as an additional obligation and has been very successful in teaching
a number of these children to swim, thus giving them a recreational
activity which acts as remedial exercise.
At Newbury Hall Clinic a ventilator was installed which made
work during summer-heat very much easier.