What do roller-skaters and contact lens wearers have in common? This interactive discussion workshop will encourage you to consider how we best meet the needs and demands of busy patient lifestyles. Looking specifically at coefficient of friction, this session will explore the influence of material properties and design on overall patient satisfaction and comfort.

Learning outcomes:

Delegates will appreciate the importance of a obtaining a full patient history including lifestyle needs and personal requirements in order to discuss the options fully with the patient and recommend the most appropriate contact lens to meet the patient’s needs

Practitioners will appreciate how to effectively communicate with patients about contact lens material properties and visual correction in soft contact lenses

Delegates will reflect on their current knowledge around contact lens materials and designs and be able to incorporate the latest clinical research to best care for their patients.