Next, the team will evaluate your remaining vision to determine its full potential. Testing procedures utilize specially designed low vision acuity charts and the measurement of the quality of remaining vision by means of sophisticated instrumentation and technology. If you have vocational, educational, or leisure needs, low vision devices will be evaluated to assist in these areas. The team will determine which techniques and devices will be most helpful in meeting your goals. Custom designed low vision devices also may be prescribed.
Many patients use a combination of devices.
After completing the low vision examination, the team will design a vision rehabilitation plan. At subsequent visits, the devices will be dispensed and you will be trained on their proper use. Using the devices for independent living activities such as cooking, shopping, and reading mail, will also be taught. Computer technology and electronic reading devices will be evaluated if you have specific goals that can be met by them. It takes patience, practice and time to become proficient using low vision devices.