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There are various
types of magnification
devices called
low vision aids,
which can
be utilized to help the patient
perform tasks. The best form for each person and each task
must he determined. For example, for
seeing prices a hand magnifier
usually works best, except for
patients with a hand tremors.
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Visual, field
evaluation in cases such as
Glaucoma and
Retinitis Pigmentosa is essential
followed by evaluating the effect of
field enhancers.
Other
factors like
lighting, glare,
contrast, mobility
and more must be looked
at by the Low Vision
Doctor to come up with
the best combination
of "ingredients"
to allow the patient
to function.
6. Q: what happens after the exam?
A:
After determining the visual needs,
the doctor will
advise the patient on a
variety of low
visions aids.
Depending on the
severity of the
impairment, patient
may be prescribed
high power glasses
that are specially
ordered and made
with hand-ground lenses (either telescopic for distance such as the
television; or microscopic for close work and Reading).
He may prescribe
electronic visual
aids, glare control
and enhancing filters, or contact lenses, to
improve
every
day
living. Training in the use
of such devices is
critical to the
successful use
of
remaining vision.
If the
condition is less severe, the
patient may simply
be advised to use a
magnifier and given
suggestions on
non-optical aids,
such as large print
books, enlarged phone
dials, and high
contrast watch faces.
7.Q: Who is
offering training for Low visual Aids and who is taking care of
the patient after
that?
Most of low vision
aids are not difficult
to be used, however
Low vision doctor
and his assistants
will train the patient to
use his new device
especially those
needed for mobility
and driving. But the
patient is sent back
to his referring
doctor, for
follow-ups and taking care of his eye health.