Peripheral 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 sight. It’s essential to have good peripheral vision when performing movement-related activities. This includes driving and walking safely, as well as when participating in sports. If your peripheral vision is lacking Side Vision Awareness Glasses can help.

What Causes Peripheral Vision Loss?

While many eye diseases and neurological disorders can significantly narrow a person’s peripheral field of vision, your IALVS-trained low vision eye doctor can prescribe specific advanced optical technology visual systems to expand your visual field awareness. This will help you safely navigate the world as you go about your day. 

Peripheral vision loss, most often called “hemianopsia,” can affect side vision to the right, left, or up or down. Often referred to as “tunnel vision,” this condition is characterized by a progressive loss of peripheral vision in all directions away from your central vision.

As mentioned above, some of the most common causes of peripheral side vision loss are brain stroke and eye diseases. These include retinitis pigmentosa, advanced glaucoma, and neurologically related brain traumas.

It is important to see your medical doctor if you are experiencing sudden side vision loss or longstanding side vision loss that has not been investigated. Early detection of the cause of these symptoms can help prevent further vision loss. 

It is, however, equally important to consult an IALVS-trained low vision doctor to determine whether Side Vision Awareness Glasses (SVAG) will improve your side vision.

What Are Side Vision Awareness Glasses (SVAG)

SVAG is a specifically designed and prescribed optical system that enhances awareness of peripheral vision. This allows people to be aware of objects and movements that would otherwise be outside their field of view.

This enables one greater safety while avoiding potential hazards, such as bumping into people or objects accidentally, tripping on a fire hydrant, or losing one’s balance on a misaligned sidewalk.

SVAG’s ability to expand your field of vision can also reduce anxiety while allowing you to maintain your independence and improve your quality of life.

Have Side Vision Problems? Contact Your IALVS-Trained Eye Doctor Today! 

If you or a loved one lives with peripheral vision loss, your IALVS-trained low vision eye doctor can help you decide whether Side Vision Awareness Glasses are right for you. This will enable you to continue doing the activities that you enjoy.

To experience improved side vision awareness, schedule a consultation with an IALVS-trained low vision eye doctor today.