The Easyfield VR headset from Oculus can now perform both SAP and FDP to assess visual field. Photo: Oculus. Click image to enlarge.

Earlier this year, Oculus introduced its Easyfield virtual reality (VR) headset for assessing patients’ visual field (VF), color vision and stereopsis. The original device uses standard automated perimetry (SAP) for VF testing; now, an optional update announced recently by the company also gives it the capability to perform frequency doubling perimetry (FDP). Compared to SAP, FDP—which uses a series of flickering white and black bands—has been shown to evaluate the extent and pattern of VF loss with high precision and specificity. Particularly in glaucoma or ocular hypertensive patients, FDP may offer the benefit of sooner detection of functional damage.

“Practitioners can configure the Easyfield VR with one testing strategy, then upgrade to a dual configuration combining FDP and SAP as their needs or methods evolve,” the company explained in its press release.

The headset can be used in a fully lit room, with no internet connection required.

For more information, visit www.oculususa.com/easyfield-vr.