Low vision : principles and management
Dickinson, Christine / Crossland, Michael
First edition
2023
1 ressource en ligne (352 pages)
Format PDF
Ophthalmology
9780323876353
Anglais
1. Different Definitions and Their Context -- 2. Prevalence and Causes of Low Vision -- 3. Clinical Measures of Visual Performance -- 4. Functional Measures of Visual Impairment -- 5. Magnification -- 6. Increasing Object Size -- 7. Decreasing Viewing Distance -- 8. Transverse Magnification -- 9. Angular Magnification -- 10. Contrast and Glare -- 11. Illumination and Lighting -- 12. Aids for Peripheral Field Vision Loss -- 13. Special Training Techniques for Field Loss -- 14. Rehabilitation Techniques for Nystagmus -- 15. Sensory Substitution -- 16. Inclusive and Universal Design Part IV. Clinical Procedures -- 17. The Initial Assessment -- 18. The Examination Routine -- 19. Prescribing Magnification -- 20. Training Patients in the Use of Magnifiers -- 21. Evaluating Low Vision Services -- 22. The Place of Low Vision in Optometric Practice -- 23. Case Studies
Providing an ideal balance of theory and practice, Low Vision: Principles and Management covers all aspects of providing effective eye care to individuals with visual impairment. This concise yet comprehensive resource covers everything from theoretical background to current rehabilitative aids and low vision treatment strategies—all while adopting a practical approach to vision care. It brings practising eye care professionals and students fully up to date with current optical and electronic devices and how they are used in everyday practice, as well as evidence-based vision rehabilitation guidelines.
Amblyopie / Troubles de la vision / Troubles de la vision - Traitement