One need not have much golfing experience to be a coach to a visually impaired golfer. Coaches who are also golfers will also benefit from improvement to their own game, since they will have a better awareness of alignment, setups, and attention to detail. High-powered bifocals can allow a player to record a score. Loupes, such as jeweler s loupes, are also good. They clip on to the glasses, and can easily be swung out of the way.
Telescopes are extremely helpful.
They are not considered artificial devices within the meaning of the term used in 14-3 of the Rules of Golf. A monocular can be worn around the neck, or a bioptic may be prescribed. Case Report K.D., a 52 year old male, seen at The Center for the Partially Sighted, noted that his vision had decreased over the last few years due to retinopathy from Type II diabetes. He also complained of glare. He loved to play golf but felt he could no longer play because of his vision.