Low Vision

First Video Magnifier for Visually Impaired iPhone Users

The attachable device, called Optaro, produces a high-contrast, LED-illuminated image with 3.3x to 15x zoom.
09/25/2024

Charles Bonnet Syndrome Present in 26% of Low Vision Patients, Study Finds

It was exhibited that simple hallucinations were just as common as complex ones that form recognizable images such as people, body parts or faces.
09/16/2024

Geographic Atrophy: Looking Beyond VA

A discussion on the many other markers of visual function and quality in these patients, as well as the options available to help them see better.
09/15/2024

Head-Mounted Laser Projector May Outperform Other Low Vision Aids

In a small study of patients with visual impairment from corneal disease, special glasses that provide images directly to the retina significantly improved distance and near VA and related QoL.
11/27/2023

One-third of Low Vision Patients Have Dry Eye

Performing ocular comfort assessment and using questionnaires such as SPEED or DEQ-5 should be a necessary step to combat this issue.
11/16/2023

Low Vision Tools and Techniques You Should Know

An overview of concepts and resources used by primary eyecare providers and appropriate specialists to ease patients’ visual impairments.
09/15/2023

Low Vision Rehab May Gain a New Tool

One recently developed questionnaire helped provide valid and reliable measures of ocular function.
08/29/2023

‘Low Vision Mode’ Coming to Smart TV

Samsung recently previewed technology for easier viewing of screen displays.
01/13/2023

Low Vision Therapy Underused Across the Board

Though a new program boosted referrals, experts say the numbers are still low and many patients remain unaware or resistant to the possible interventions for a variety of reasons.
12/08/2022

New Upgrade to Eyedaptic Low Vision Smart Glasses

The latest Eye5 model features facial detection, the company says.
11/04/2022

Upcoming Events

October 8, 2024

Redefine Possibilities For Your Patients and Your Practice
Location: Virtual
Presenters: Mark Schaeffer, OD
Webinar: 8:00pm ET

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October 9, 2024

Rethinking Dry Eye Disease: A Contemporary Approach to a Complex Condition
Location: Virtual
Presenters: Amr Kouchouk, MD, and Casey Claypool, OD
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October 29, 2024

Redefine Possibilities For Your Patients and Your Practice
Location: Virtual
Presenters:  Erick Henderson, OD
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