What is Low Vision?
Low Vision is a term that refers to vision that is not correctable with conventional glasses to a normal level. Another term for low vision is Visual Impairment.
What is orthoptic therapy?
Orthoptic therapy is an individualized treatment program prescribed to eliminate or improve conditions such as lazy eye (amblyopia), crossed eyes (strabismus), focusing, eyeteaming and tracking disorders.
What is the main cause of macular degeneration?
Macular degeneration, or age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of vision loss in Americans 60 and older. It is a disease that destroys your sharp, central vision.
What is the best treatment for cataracts?
The symptoms of early cataract may be improved with new eyeglasses, brighter lighting, anti-glare sunglasses, or magnifying lenses. If these measures do not help, surgery is the only effective treatment.
Who can develop diabetic retinopathy?
Anyone who has diabetes can develop diabetic retinopathy. The risk is increased the longer you have diabetes and the less controlled your blood sugars are.
At what age should a child see an ophthalmologist?
Seeing an ophthalmologist on a regular basis ensures early detection and treatment for eye disease, especially in children.
What issues are addressed by a neuro-ophthalmologist?
Neuro ophthalmology covers a wide range of specific visual problems that are related to the nervous system – eye problems that do not originate with the eyes themselves.
What are the worst foods for glaucoma?
Certain foods and beverages can increase ocular pressure, and therefore can worsen glaucoma symptoms.
What is the treatment for retinal detachment?
Depending on what type of retinal detachment you have, your eye doctor may recommend laser surgery, freezing treatment, or other types of surgery to fix any tears or breaks in your retina.
Can caffeine affect intraocular pressure (IOP)?
For years it was thought that caffeine had no affect on IOP, except in rare instances. Now, being debated again, it is thought that artery constriction and ocular blood flow can be affected by caffeine.
What vision problems do neuro-ophthalmologists evaluate?
Working with your neurologist, our specialists conduct comprehensive evaluations and diagnoses of a wide range of systemic diseases that affect the eyes.
Will my health insurance cover Orthoptic Therapy?
Most major medical policies cover orthoptic therapy; however, because health insurance is always rapidly changing, we encourage you to check with your insurance carrier beforehand.
