COMING SOON! - Specialized Low Vision Services at Texas Family Vision Center
Are you looking to regain control of your life despite vision challenges? Welcome to Texas Family Vision Center, where we will offer low vision services to enhance your independence and quality of life. Dr. Myers is very passionate about low vision, and will soon offer Low Vision Clinic Services to help the seeing impaired.
What is Low Vision?
Low vision is a term used to describe a significant visual impairment that standard eyeglasses, contact lenses, medication, or even surgical interventions cannot fully correct. It's not a complete loss of vision but rather a condition where impairment limits daily activities. People with low vision may find performing tasks such as reading, writing, driving, or recognizing faces challenging.
Common Causes of Low Vision
Low vision can result from various conditions, often associated with aging or health issues. Common causes include:
- Macular Degeneration: A leading cause of vision loss among seniors, affecting the center of the visual field.
- Glaucoma: Known for its impact on peripheral vision, often with no early symptoms.
- Diabetic Retinopathy: Caused by damage to the blood vessels in the retina due to diabetes.
- Cataracts: Clouding of the eye's lens, leading to a decrease in vision.
- Retinitis Pigmentosa: A genetic disorder affecting the retina's ability to respond to light.
Low Vision Devices for Better Clarity
Low vision devices are specialized tools and technologies designed to assist individuals with low vision to maximize their remaining eyesight. These devices help improve their ability to perform daily tasks and activities that require visual acuity. There are various types of low vision devices:
- Magnifying Glasses: Handheld or stand magnifiers that enlarge text and images for easier reading and viewing.
- Telescopic Glasses: Eyeglasses with small telescopes mounted, useful for seeing distant objects like street signs or bus numbers.
- Video Magnifiers: Electronic devices that use a camera and a screen to display enlarged images of text and objects.
- Reading Prisms: Prismatic eyeglass lenses that allow individuals to read print more comfortably, often used in conditions like macular degeneration.
- Screen Reading Software: Computer software that reads text displayed on the screen aloud, beneficial for those who find it challenging to read digital text.
- Specialized Lighting: Enhanced lighting and glare-reduction devices can significantly improve low-vision individuals' visibility.
- Talking Devices: Products like watches, clocks, and kitchen appliances offer audio output.
Each of these devices is designed to address specific challenges faced by people with low vision and can be customized or adjusted based on individual needs and preferences.
Texas Family Vision Center: Helping You Navigate Low Vision
Our services are tailored to each patient's unique needs, focusing on maximizing their remaining vision and helping them maintain independence. Here’s what we offer:
- Personalized Vision Assessments: Understanding low vision begins with a comprehensive evaluation of your residual vision and how it affects your daily life.
- Customized Visual Aids: We provide a range of visual aids, from magnifiers to specialized glasses, designed to enhance your remaining vision.
- Rehabilitative Training: We offer training on how to use visual aids effectively and adapt to vision loss, focusing on practical skills for everyday living.
- Support and Counseling: Adjusting to low vision can be challenging. Our team offers support and guidance, helping you navigate this transition.
We aim to empower you or your loved ones with low vision to lead a fulfilling and independent life. Whether reading, recognizing faces, or engaging in hobbies, we strive to provide solutions that work for you.