Electromechanical reshaping (EMR) has the potential to change corneal shape to correct refractive errors without altering the mechanical properties of the cornea. Using acoustic radiation force (ARF) to stimulate the cornea of ex vivo New Zealand white rabbit globes and optical coherence elastography (OCE) to detect corneal response, the cornea’s elasticity was quantitatively determined pre- and post-EMR treatment. In addition, an optical coherence tomography (OCT) system was used to determine changes in corneal curvature. Ultimately, EMR treatment induced a shape change in the cornea and the elasticity of the cornea was similar before and after EMR treatment, indicating minimal damage.
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