Types of Optical Devices Used for Vision Rehabilitation
Commonly prescribed low vision devices include:
- prescription magnification spectacles
- microscopic spectacles
- filters to reduce glare and increase contrast
- hand and stand magnifiers
- hand held and spectacle mounted telescopic systems
- electronic magnification including closed circuit televisions that enlarge print and enhance contrast for reading and writing
- head borne magnification systems, for distance, intermediate and near vision enhancement
Non-optical devices available include:
- bold tipped pens
- illumination devices
- large print books and magazines
- talking books
- audio tapes
- reading stands
- optical scanners for reading printed text
- computer software to enhance the video output or electronically read materials presented on the video screen
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