The Most Bizarre Medical Tools from Back in the Day

Optokinetic Drum

The optokinetic drum was used to see the reflex movements of the eyes and visual illusions. The man in the photo, Dr. G.H. Byford, is wearing contact lenses with a mini lamp cemented to them so they can accurately track the eye movements.

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