Is Low Vision Therapy for You?

What is Low Vision?

Low vision refers to a significant visual impairment that cannot be fully corrected with standard glasses, contact lenses, surgery, or medication. It is generally defined as having visual acuity worse than 20/70 in the better eye, or a restricted visual field of less than 20 degrees (also known as tunnel vision). People with low vision may struggle with everyday activities such as reading, driving, recognizing faces, or managing daily tasks, even with the best possible correction.

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Causes of Low Vision

The most common cause of low vision is age-related mac

ular degeneration (AMD), a progressive eye disease that damages the macula—the central part of the retina responsible for sharp, detailed vision.

Other frequent causes include:

• Glaucoma – progressive optic nerve damage that leads to loss of peripheral vision.

• Cataracts – clouding of the eye’s natural lens, leading to blurry or dim vision.

• Diabetic Retinopathy – retinal damage caused by complications from diabetes.

• Retinitis Pigmentosa (RP) – a group of inherited retinal diseases that cause gradual vision loss.

• Other eye diseases or injuries that damage the retina, cornea, or optic nerve.

How is Low Vision Treated?

A Low Vision Evaluation can help patients understand how to use their remaining vision more effectively. Through the use of specialized devices, adaptive methods, and training, people with low vision can increase their independence and achieve their personal goal

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At Millennium Eye Center, Dr. Lauretta Justin, a low-vision specialist, works closely with patients to develop individualized treatment plans. Her goal i

s to empower each person to

maximize their sight and live as independently as possible.

Low Vision Treatment Options at Millennium Eye Center

We provide a wide range of low-vision aids and therapies designed to improve functional vision:

1. Electronic Technology

• Video reading systems that can enlarge print up to 60 times

• Auto-focus spectacle telescopes

• Talking computer systems and other adaptive digital tools

2. Special Eyeglasses

• Stronger-than-typical bifocal or trifocal glasses

• High-power, prismatic “half-eye” reading glasses that help coordinate the good areas of vision in each eye

3. Magnifiers

• Hand-held, stand-mounted, or spectacle-mounted magnifiers

• Neck-worn magnifiers for hands-free use

• Options with built-in lights and adjustable levels of magnification

4. Telescopes

• Miniature telescopes or binoculars for distance viewing

• Spectacle-mounted telescopes that can be worn like glasses

The Benefits of Low Vision Therapy

With the right combination of low-vision therapy, specialized aids, and adaptive technology, people with low vision can:

• Maximize their remaining sight

• Improve their ability to read, write, and use technology

• Continue hobbies and work-related tasks

• Maintain independence in daily life

Living with Low Vision

Although low vision cannot always be cured, patients can benefit from low vision rehabilitation and specialized aids such as magnifiers, telescopic lenses, adaptive lighting, and electronic visual aids. These tools, combined with training, can greatly improve the quality of life and independence.

How to Get Started with Low Vision Therapy

To learn more about low-vision solutions and explore treatment options, schedule your appointment today:

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