title: Current concepts of the actions of the extraocular muscles and the interpretation of oculomotility tests.
abstract: Contrasting views on the actions of the extraocular muscles are discussed. The contributions made by clinicians are compared to those made by investigators with a background in physical science. It is shown that a clear understanding of the mechanics of the extraocular muscles can be used to increase the efficiency of oculomotility tests.
authors.affiliation: Department of Vision Sciences, Aston University, Birmingham, U.K.
authors.forename: R A
authors.initials: RA
authors.lastname: Clement
authors.forename: C
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Boylan
mesh_terms: D005133:Eye Movements; D005260:Female; D005403:Fixation, Ocular; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D009801:Oculomotor Muscles / Q000503:physiopathology*; D009886:Ophthalmoplegia / Q000175:diagnosis