Low Vision Specialist
Macular Degeneration HelpIf you have been diagnosed with macular degeneration or have other vision problems that cannot be corrected by glasses, medication or surgeries find out why you need to have one of these specialists on your eye care team.Low Vision SpecialistThey are licensed Doctors of Optometry or Ophthalmology, who are skilled in the√ examination, 
√ treatment and√ management of patients with eye conditions that are not treatable or correctable by medicine, surgery or with glasses. A macular degeneration specialist is an ophthalmologist or optometrist who specializes in low vision. The specialist is trained to perform what is called a functional eye examination. This exam helps to determine how a person's visual impairment affects their day-to-day living. They assist the patient in: √ determining what vision aids for macular degeneration that are best for them and how to use them √ how better lighting can help them see better √ refer them to vision rehab services such as Certified Low Vision Therapists (CLVTs), Vision Rehabilitation Therapists (CVRTs), and Orientation and Mobility Specialists (COMS). The American Optometric Association provides a list of optometrists. When you perform a search be sure to check the box that says "Vision Rehabilitation" Section. Here is their link: www.AOA.org Low Vision Occupational TherapyLow vision occupational therapy helps the patient with macular degeneration to maintain their independence and safety in their own homes.Through a home visit the occupational therapist will help the patient function at their best. A low vision occupational therapist comes into the home to make an assessment and recommendations for low vision aids to help the patient with the daily tasks of living. To learn more click here: Low Vision Occupational Therapy Low Vision RehabPeople with macular degeneration can greatly benefit from visual rehabilitation. Since this is a fairly new emerging service many family physicians and ophthalmologists do not know they can refer patients to this service or if they are familiar with this training they may not know where to find a low vision clinic.According to the May issue of Archives of Ophthalmology, patients who utilized low vision therapy which included a home visit, counseling on assisted devices and how to use them, along with "homework" assignments had significant improvement in their vision. To learn how to obtain a directory that lists visual rehabilitation programs nationwide click here:
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