0 relating to the treatment or study of problems of the eye muscles, for example having a squint (= when the eyes look in different directions) or having double vision (= when you can see two of everything):
She's been to the orthoptic department on a fairly regular basis since May.
Orthoptic examination and treatment is important in the rehabilitation of low-vision patients.
David's been referred to the orthoptic clinic.
What should I expect at my child's first orthoptic appointment?
In an orthoptic assessment, a series of tests are used to determine the eyes' ability to see as a pair.
