Low vision is significant vision loss that standard glasses, contact lenses, medication, or surgery can’t fully correct. Our low vision exams focus on what you can still do, and how to do more of it.
Low vision is more than blurry eyesight. It’s a significant impairment that can’t be fully corrected with standard treatments. People with low vision still have some sight, but they often need specialized tools and adjustments to manage everyday tasks.
Low vision can affect people of all ages and has many causes. It’s also different from total blindness, and early support makes a meaningful difference.
Several conditions can lead to low vision. Symptoms vary, but often include trouble seeing in dim light, blurry or distorted vision, and difficulty recognizing faces or reading small print.
A leading cause of vision loss in older adults. It affects the macula, the part of the retina responsible for sharp central vision.
Damages the optic nerve and often causes loss of peripheral (side) vision over time.
A complication of diabetes that damages the blood vessels in the retina and can cause severe impairment.
Clouding of the lens that causes blur and poor night vision. Often treatable with surgery when addressed early.
A genetic condition that can cause night blindness and tunnel vision over time.
A low vision exam goes beyond a standard eye test. The goal is to understand exactly how your vision is affected and which tools will help most in your daily life.
We measure how clearly you see at different distances and in different lighting.
We evaluate your peripheral vision and detect any blind spots that affect daily tasks.
We test how well you tell shades of light and dark apart, which matters for reading and navigating.
We determine the best prescription for glasses or contact lenses, so any remaining vision is as clear as possible.
The right tools depend on your vision, your environment, and your daily routine. Here are common options:
Enlarge text and small details for reading and close tasks.
Optical aids that bring distant objects into clearer view.
Read text aloud or display it in larger, high-contrast formats.
Cameras that project enlarged images onto a screen for detailed viewing.
Test devices in the settings where you’ll use them most, and choose one that’s comfortable and portable.
Low vision rehabilitation helps people adapt to vision loss and build new skills that keep them independent.
Techniques for moving through spaces safely and independently.
Strategies for cooking, dressing, managing medications, and using technology.
Counseling and peer groups for the emotional impact of vision loss.
Small changes at home can make a real difference in how comfortable and independent daily life feels.
Book a low vision exam at Foley Vision Center and we’ll build a plan around the life you want to live.
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