The Low Vision Therapy Program at Gwinnett SportsRehab helps individuals who experience low vision caused by diabetes, glaucoma or macular degeneration that cannot be helped by standard interventions, such as glasses, contact lenses, medication or surgery.  Low Vision Therapy specializes in:

• Evaluation of vision loss that impacts reading
• Education and training in visual techniques that compensate for vision loss
• On-site home evaluations and recommendations to promote safety and independence
• Personalized training in the use of the latest advanced visual aids and adaptive equipment, such as magnifiers, talking watches and large print checks, books and telephones
• Risk assessment to promote safety and prevent falls

Low Vision Therapy is provided by occupational therapists with specialized training.  The therapists help individuals with low vision regain and maintain independent livising skills by teaching compensatory methods and incorporating adaptive devices.  Most clients experience an increased level of independence in just four to eight sessions.

 

 

Low Vision Therapy is recommended for individuals who have difficulty with daily living activities, such as:

• Managing diabetic equipment
• Reading medicine bottle labels
• Safely walking up and down stairs, along curbs or through doorways
• Recognizing the faces of family and friends
• Preparing meals
• Identifying coins and bills
• Writing checks
• Enjoying hobbies such as needlework or carpentry
• Watching television

This service requires a physician referral. To obtain a referral, individuals may contact an ophthalmologist or primary care physician.  For more information about Low Vision Therapy at Gwinnett SportsRehab, call 678-312-2803.