The IALVS Blog
Read all the latest information on low vision, low vision devices and new options to improve your vision and quality of life. Find articles about new treatments, telescopic lenses, prisms and other options for improving your eye sight. Check back often to stay updated!
How Can Diabetes Cause Low Vision?
Diabetes is a prevalent condition that impacts the lives of nearly 3 million Americans. As diabetes affects the blood, it can have…
Read MoreNavigating the Road with Low Vision: the Role of Aids and Devices
Hitting the road with low vision can be a challenging task, but with the help of various low vision aids and devices,…
Read MorePeripheral Vision Loss? Side Vision Awareness Glasses Can Help
Normal peripheral vision allows you to be aware of your surroundings to the right, left, and above and below your line of…
Read MoreHow to Read With Low Vision
People with low vision often struggle with reading due to eye conditions such as glaucoma, retinitis pigmentosa, and macular degeneration. There are…
Read MoreCan You Drive With Macular Degeneration?
For many, the ability to drive a car means freedom, control and independence. But as a person ages, they may develop certain…
Read MoreStruggling With Low Vision? We Can Help!
Most people experience some degree of vision loss as they age. But if your eye problems have made basic daily tasks difficult…
Read MoreDealing with Vision Loss? These Low Vision Aids Can Help
If you have low vision, it’s easy to get discouraged. Fortunately, low vision aids enable you to make the most of your…
Read MoreDating With Low Vision
For people with low vision, the logistics of dating can sometimes feel overwhelming. Your visual needs can change the dynamics of how…
Read More4 Signs You Have a Visual Contrast Sensitivity Problem
Contrast sensitivity allows you to tell the difference between the foreground and background. It’s a crucial aspect of your visual function, particularly…
Read More5 Reading Tips Following Retinal Detachment Surgery
Retinal detachment is a sight-threatening condition that requires immediate attention. When the light-sensitive retina has slipped out of its position, surgery is…
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