The Low Vision Aspect Of The Optometric Practice.

Low vision, or more currently termed subnormal vision, is an important aspect of vision that optometrists should be familiar with if they wish to offer a full-scope optometric practice to the public. This paper will attempt to answer some of the more common questions concerning the need for low vision care, the causes of low vision, procedures for handling the partially sighted, aids available, and management of the low vision practice. More specifically, this paper will be divided as follows: overview and definition of terms; the
case history (and its indications as to the prognosis); the exam: procedures and results (and their indications as to the prognosis); visual aids prescribed; the goals in prescribing; patient management and follow-up care.