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844 complete pairs of spectacles were provided, some of these
being renewals after breakages. In addition, in 238 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 Ophthalmologist,
reports as follows:—
The School Eye Clinics have continued satisfactorily throughout
1963 and the report he submitted in respect of 1962 remains applicable in
full.
ORTHOPTIC CLINIC.
Miss C. Muir, D.B.O. (Sydney), resigned her appointment as
Orthoptist at the Mayesbrook Health Services Clinic on 11th July, 1963,
but we were fortunate in securing as her successor Miss J. Dixon, D.B.O.,
who commenced duties on 29th July, 1963.
203 sessions were held throughout the year. 130 new cases were
investigated and the total attendances amounted to 597. 49 cases were
discharged. 108 new and old cases were in attendance at the Clinic on
31st December, 1963.
The Orthoptic Clinic is an indispensable adjunct to the School Eye
Clinic in the treatment and observation of squint cases.
ORTHOPAEDIC CLINIC.
Mr. H. G. Korvin, F.R.C.S., Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, reports
as follows:—
"No changes have taken place in the running of these clinics
during the past year. The attendances were at a lower level than in
the past, mainly, it is thought, through the School Medical Officers
dealing efficiently with the less serious cases in the Infant Welfare
and School Clinics. The attendances for treatment did not fall to the
same extent.
The swimming classes are increasing in popularity. They have
been found very beneficial, especially for postural defects, and have
enabled many children to learn to swim who have not done so during
the period set aside for the purpose in the school curriculum. It
would be gratifying and of great prophylactic value if every child
were given such an opportunity outside school hours.