Floor Lamp Magnifier

by Margaret
(United States)

I lost the vision in my right eye due to an infection surrounding the optic nerve. I am wanting to purchase a standing floor model lighted magnifier to aid me in sewing.

Can you tell me what features I need to look for in order to buy the right floor lamp magnifer that will suit my needs. How big should the magnifier be to help me see to sew?

Answer

Hi Margaret,

I'm glad to hear that you are wanting to adapt and find ways to continue a hobby that you enjoy -sewing.

With the right lighting and magnification you can hopefully continue with this hobby.

First thing you need to know is the power of magnification that you need - do you need 2x- 10x?

The person who can give you this answer is going to be your low vision specialist. You want to keep the number as low as possible so that you will have a larger field of vision.

Sometimes by improving your lighting, you can reduce the power of magnification that is needed for you to see clearly.

If it's not possible to get a recommendation from a low vision specialist, you can purchase a floor lamp magnifer and try it to see if it works for you. Select one with a flexible arm so that you adjust it.

Buy one that has a good return policy, so that if the magnification power isn't sufficient, you can return it.

You will find a list of features to consider by clicking here:

Floor Lamp Magnifier

FirstStreet has a nice full page floor lamp magnifier that is great for hobbies. To see it click here:

firstSTREET Magnifying Gadgets



Leslie Degner, RN, BSN