Low Vision Devices

Patients experiencing low vision can maximize their remaining vision and develop strategies to lead a more independent lifestyle by using low vision aids. People can adopt multiple low vision devices for different purposes to enhance contrast, control glare, and magnify objects. Low vision aids fall into the following categories:

Near-vision magnification

Near-vision Devices

Near tasks include those activities with the need for visual acuity to perform tasks within 20 inches. These include common tasks such as

  • Reading
  • Writing
  • Crafts
  • Sewing

Low vision devices that will aid a person with low vision in performing tasks such as these include:

  • Hand-held Magnifiers
  • Stand Magnifiers
  • Head-worn Magnifiers
  • Magnifying Eyeglasses or Spectacles
  • Video Magnifiers
  • Telescopic Solutions
Intermediate magnification

Intermediate Devices

Intermediate tasks include those activities with the need for visual acuity to perform tasks at arm’s length, usually at a viewing distance of 20-40 inches. These include common tasks such as

  • Computer work
  • Cards or board games
  • Crafts
  • Playing music

Low vision devices that will aid a person with low vision in performing tasks such as these include:

  • Head-worn Magnifiers
  • Telescopic Solutions
Distance-vision magnification

Distance-vision Devices

Distance tasks include those activities with the need for visual acuity to using far sight: tasks usually beyond 6 feet. These include common tasks such as

  • Watching TV
  • Sporting events
  • Cinema
  • Spotting street signs
  • Driving

Low vision devices that will aid a person with low vision in performing tasks such as these include:

  • Telescopic Solutions
  • Low Vision Sunglasses