Reichert Technologies — a business of AMETEK, Inc. and global leader in designing, engineering, and manufacturing diagnostic devices for eye care — announces availability of Tono-Vera Tonometer with ActiView Positioning System in the United States.
Tono-Vera is an all-new, innovative, and thoughtfully designed handheld tonometer that provides
quick, automated, and reliable intraocular pressure (IOP) measurements utilizing rebound tonometer technology, which eliminates the need for topical anesthetic.
Tono-Vera Tonometer features the advanced, patented ActiView Positioning System, which quickly guides the user to the apex of the cornea, providing the ultimate confidence in obtained IOP readings.
ActiView Positioning System is highlighted by a full-color view of the eye combined with an intuitive and interactive user interface, ensuring an optimum position for IOP measurement.
When correct alignment is achieved, Tono-Vera automatically measures, providing reliable results in as few as three measurements taken in under one second.
“As a glaucoma specialist, I can say that Tono-Vera provides IOP readings comparable to Goldmann tonometry and its ease-of-use with automatic measurements permit even novice users to obtain reliable measurements that clinicians can be confident in,” stated Charles Niles, MD, principal investigator in the FDA clinical trial for Tono-Vera.
According to Saloni Vardhan, Reichert’s Rebound Tonometry and Dry Eye product manager, “Reichert’s Tono-Vera Tonometer was designed to be intuitive, user-friendly, and quick, providing reliable IOP measurements for better patient care. Tono-Vera’s innovative and patented positioning and alignment system enhances rebound tonometry, enabling clinicians with greater confidence in their IOP readings.”
Tono-Vera has two model options to choose from: Rechargeable and AA Battery. Both models go anywhere, are always ready-to-use, and allow for a quick and easy battery change with no tools required.
“Innovations for Tono-Vera go beyond the device, such as the base that holds the instrument. It also efficiently stores and dispenses single-use Ocu-Dot Tonometer Probes, as well as charges the Tono-Vera Rechargeable Model,” explained Reichert DVP of Engineering and Research/Development, Scott Parks.
Designed with the eye care professional in mind, Tono-Vera is ergonomic and lightweight, features a Flexi-Soft™ Forehead Rest designed for easy distance control and patient comfort, and is equipped with Bluetooth® connectivity, making transferring data easier than ever.
Dave Taylor, director of Marketing & Business Development at Reichert, has worked with researchers and opinion leaders for over 20 years to help foster the development of devices that enhance glaucoma patient care. “Reichert has a long history in pioneering new technologies, and we are very excited to add Tono-Vera to our world-leading portfolio of tonometers,” said Taylor.
With over 75 years of innovation in tonometry, and with the introduction of Tono-Vera Tonometer, Reichert continues to pave the way with devices that provide trusted and reliable IOP measurements. Tono-Vera is proudly designed, engineered, and assembled in the USA by people passionate about eye care.
To learn more about Reichert Tono-Vera Tonometer, visit reichert.com/tonoveratonometer