Beckley, WV
Low Vision
Beckley, WV
Low Vision
Low vision is vision loss that can’t be fully corrected with glasses, contact lenses, medication, or surgery. This condition can make daily tasks such as reading, driving, or watching TV more difficult. People with low vision may have blurry or distorted vision, blind spots, sensitivity to light, trouble seeing in dim lighting, or peripheral vision loss. Dr. Holliday at Beckley Vision Center is specially trained in diagnosing low vision and provides solutions to help you see well enough to do everyday tasks.
Common causes of low vision
Causes of low vision include:
- Cataracts
- Glaucoma
- Macular degeneration
- Diabetic retinopathy (a complication of diabetes that affects the retina)
- Eye conditions like retinitis pigmentosa
- Eye injuries
- Stroke
Who is a good candidate for low vision treatment?
- Visually impaired patients: 20/70 or worse vision with glasses or contact lenses
- Anyone with permanent vision loss caused by diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, or other eye conditions.
- People who struggle to see up-close objects even with an up-to-date prescription
Low vision treatment in Beckley, WV
While low vision is usually permanent, treatment can help you make the most of the vision you have. There are many low vision aids to help you see better and perform daily tasks more easily. For example, we may recommend magnifying devices such as handheld magnifiers, desktop magnifiers, stand magnifiers, or electronic magnifiers. Glasses and contacts typically can’t cure low vision, but they can improve your vision. Simple lifestyle changes, such as wearing anti-glare eyewear or using brighter lighting, can also help. Additionally, we offer tinted lenses to help with light sensitivity and visual discomfort.
Our team will work closely with you to find the best solutions to enhance your remaining vision. Contact Beckley Vision Center in Beckley, West Virginia today to schedule an eye exam and learn how we can help you improve your quality of life.