Abstract

Aim: The aim of this study was to determine whether visual acuity of low vision aid patients could be corrected using low vision aids and rehabilitation techniques and to understand to what extent this would affect quality of their daily living. Methods: In Mahavir Netralaya Kankarbagh and Renu Eye Center Patna, 36 patients with low vision were examined, investigated and treated by the author in the period between Dec 2018 to April 2019, using a variety of new instruments and rehabilitation techniques. Details related to their visual acuity pre and post interventions were determined through in person interviews and clinical examination. Results: There was improvement in visual acuity in 32 patients as well as improvement in quality of living where patients were able to undertake several household and profession related tasks and activities Conclusion: Through this study, the author concludes that for low vision patients, following proper diagnosis, and treatment, proper rehabilitation tools and techniques are needed to bring improvement the quality of life.

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