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Task or Near Vision Lighting with Magnification October 22, 2020 |
Hello Task or Near Vision Lighting with MagnificationDuring one of our visits to my father-in-law who had wet macular degeneration, I noticed him struggling to read while sitting next to a table lamp. While it was a nice looking lamp it could not adjust, bend or direct the lighting to his reading material. 1. Proper Positioning Use a desk lamp that has an adjustable swing arm or a gooseneck so that it can be positioned with the light being directed onto the reading material or hobby. The closer the light source to the task the better the illumination. Peggy Wolfe the author of Macular Disease: Practical Strategies for Living with Vision Loss suggests, "Place task lamps to your side to avoid reflected glare from your work surface." 2. Improved Lighting There are several different types of lighting, but the two most common are LED lights and halogen bulbs. Halogen bulbs burn hotter than other bulbs and can produce intense heat. LED lights can emit blue light that may contribute to macular damage. For tips on how to position and place your task lighting for less eye strain and easier reading:
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