Many people living with macular degeneration or other eye diseases tell us the same story: they can no longer clearly see their loved ones’ faces. One patient shared that her grandson looked like a “gray blob” while opening his birthday presents. These changes can feel overwhelming, but there are proven techniques that can help. At […]
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5 Proven Tips That Make Golf for the Visually Impaired Possible At Spectrios Institute for Low Vision, our mission is to help people with vision loss live independently, purposefully, and fully. For many, that includes staying active and enjoying favorite pastimes, like golf. You might be surprised to learn how adaptable sports can be, including
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Discover the Power of Trial Frame Refraction for Low Vision Do you feel like your vision isn’t as sharp as it used to be, even with new glasses? Have you had a standard eye exam but still struggle to see clearly? If you’re experiencing vision problems that don’t improve with regular glasses or contacts, you
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10 OT-Approved Low Vision Tips for Effortless Daily Living Prevent Blindness again has declared February as Age-related Macular Degeneration (AMD) and Low Vision Awareness month. It’s a great time to shine a light on a condition that affects millions yet is often misunderstood. Low vision is any visual impairment that cannot be corrected with glasses,
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February is Low Vision Awareness Month: Understanding and Managing Low Vision February is Low Vision Awareness Month—an important time to raise awareness and educate others about this prevalent eye condition that’s often misunderstood. In the United States alone, 12 million people aged 40 and over experience some form of vision impairment. Nearly 3 million individuals
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When Magnification Alone Is Not Enough “Doc, I read like a first grader,” said Kevin, an adult male diagnosed with macular degeneration. His condition creates a ring-shaped blind spot in the center of his vision, causing words next to where he reads to disappear. Despite knowing that reading will become increasingly challenging over time, Kevin
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As we age, the likelihood of needing medications to manage health conditions increases. For those with low vision, this can be especially daunting. Reading small print labels on prescription bottles becomes challenging, compounded by the uniformity in pill bottle sizes, shapes, and textures. These challenges pose real medication safety risks, including mix-ups, missed doses, and
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I recently had the opportunity to attend the Assistive Technology Industry Association (ATIA) conference in Orlando, Florida. The event was filled with informative seminars, engaging exhibitors, and lively exchanges of ideas among attendees. Covering a wide spectrum of technology and strategies aimed at aiding individuals facing challenges related to vision, hearing, communication, learning, and mobility,
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In the article Contrast Sensitivity by Dr. Park we shared three scenarios about John, Mary and Lisa. Here are some tips to address their specific contrast difficulties. Issues with Tripping First consider John and his recent difficulty with curbs and stairs. The most accessible community environments, crosswalks, doctor’s office, store entrances, and restaurants have painted
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Do you have trouble seeing obstacles when you are walking? Or reading printed materials? Or seeing food on your plate? Let’s consider several scenarios: John has been treated for glaucoma for several years. Over the past several months, he has been walking much slower because he has trouble recognizing curbs and uneven pavements. It’s especially
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