Vision Impairment and Low Vision Options

Vision Impairment and Low Vision Options 
 The most common devices to help with low
When your vision is impaired or you arevision consist of:
considered to have moderate low vision to           
profound low vision their can be light at the end- Microscope or Spectacle magnifiers that contain
of the tunnel for some. Visual acuity is not alwaysa magnified lens that is mounted.
a way of being able to determine how severe the 
problem may be. Different lifestyles can make the- Stand Magnifiers equipped with lights, and hand
necessity of some sort of care plan for someoneheld as well.
who is in need of low vision care. It is best to see 
an eye doctor first to help you determine which- Hand held devices or bi-optic telescopes.
type of care is best for you. 
 - (CCTV) Closed Circuit Television, portable or can
An exam can consist of several tests includingbe used with computer.
testing your visual acuity's,  refraction, a visual 
field test, and even eye charts. An eye doctor isMany of these high tech items can be quite costly
then better capable of prescribing the right deviceso it is important again to see your eye doctor to
or devices and in some cases low visionbetter understand what is best for your vision
rehabilitation. The cost for these services mayneeds. Just remember that there is hope and
vary and you should contact your doctor’sbefore giving up o being able to do things you
office to get a better understanding of what isenjoy talk with your doctor first or seek a
involved. Medicare may have some coveragesecond opinion. The technology and education we
towards low vision rehabilitation services. You mayhave today may help you see better tomorrow
want to check if it is available to you in your area.so see you eye doctor to be fit correctly by
 your eye care professional.