Low vision is a very common disorder where a person’s eyes are less than 20/70 or their level of vision can not be corrected with conventional glasses. Low vision does not necessarily mean the person is blind; the person with low vision has some useful sight. Low vision can interfere in the person’s everyday life while performing any task, such as reading, driving, or even playing bridge! Some cases of low vision can be treated by eye doctors or products specifically designed for low vision patients.
There are many causes for low vision including age-related and congenital factors. Glaucoma is a congenital disease in which the optic nerve of the eye is damaged, causing blindness. Despite what most believe, glaucoma can affect everyone, including young children, teenagers, and even steroid users. Macular degeneration is a low vision condition that is usually found in the elderly in which the macula area of the eye starts to thin, and in some cases starts to bleed.
Products such as the Eschenbach Videolupe Optical Magnifier Plus are a great option for anyone with low vision. The Videolupe is a two in one magnifier, combining optical and electronic magnifiers in one easy to use package. The Videolupe allows anyone with limited vision to read books, magazines, even the daily newspaper! Instead of using regular bulbs, the Videolupe uses LED illumination so the image is vibrant and crisp on any television, connected through standard video input. The Videolupe even has reverse polarity, which can change text from black on white to white on black to make reading small print easier on the eyes.
Another product that can aid low vision is the Quicklook Zoom Portable Video Magnifier. Complete with a large, 4.3” crystal clear display, the Quicklook will help anyone with low vision able to read small text such as recipes, menu’s, maps, and the Active Forever Holiday Catalog. The Quicklook can help anyone with low vision; the magnification can be increased up to 18 times! The portable video magnifier is great for use anywhere; it is small enough to fit in a backpack or purse. Don’t be fooled by its size though, this magnifier is a great idea for anyone with low vision.
Although living with low vision can be troublesome there are various products available to make it easier. Some cases of low vision can be solved by low vision products such as the ones described above. Make living with low vision easier by visiting a low vision specialist and purchasing specifically designed products for low vision at www.activeforever.com.
