Gym Mats, Water Balloons and the Retina

What sounds like an unusual trio becomes an eye-opening demonstration in Dr. Berenike Kunzmann’s latest video: using a rolled-up exercise mat as an 'eyeball' and a water balloon as a 'drug reservoir', the ophthalmologist illustrates how an intravitreal injection (IVI) reaches the delicate retina. This therapy is crucial for preserving visual acuity in conditions such as neovascular age-related macular degeneration (nAMD), diabetic macular oedema (DMO), and retinal vein occlusion (RVO).

The video is part of the initiative meineaugenblicke.de, which supports patients with accessible, evidence-based information and practical tips for daily life – co-developed with patients and designed to be as inclusive and low-barrier as possible.