Vision rehabilitation
Vision Rehabilitation
Vision Rehabilitation (pronunciation: vi-zhən ˌrē-hə-bə-ˈlə-tā-shən) is a specialized field of medical practice that aims to improve the functional abilities of individuals who have visual impairments. The term is derived from the Latin words visio meaning "sight" and rehabilitatio meaning "restoration".
Overview
Vision Rehabilitation involves a multidisciplinary approach that includes optometrists, ophthalmologists, occupational therapists, and rehabilitation specialists. The goal is to help individuals regain independence and improve their quality of life through various strategies and interventions.
Techniques
Techniques used in Vision Rehabilitation may include visual training, assistive technology, orientation and mobility training, and adaptive skills training. These techniques aim to maximize the individual's remaining vision and teach new ways of performing tasks.
Related Terms
- Low Vision: A condition in which vision cannot be fully corrected with glasses, contact lenses, medication, or surgery.
- Visual Impairment: A decrease in the ability to see to a certain degree that causes problems not fixable by usual means, such as glasses.
- Visual Acuity: A measure of the spatial resolution of the visual processing system.
- Visual Field: The total area in which objects can be seen in the peripheral vision while the eye is focused on a central point.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Vision rehabilitation
- Wikipedia's article - Vision rehabilitation
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