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    Does a Retinoscope Actually Matter in Low Vision Rehabilitation?

    November 4, 2016 | POSTED BY Gasano | Articles, Clinical Optometry, Clinical Pearls

    Does a retinoscope actually matter in low vision rehabilitation if the patient's vision is so poor? I have found that a retinoscope, yes that dusty instrument you only use at health fairs, is invaluable in low vision rehabilitation....

    Tags: low vision, retinoscopy
  • Updated Criteria for Legal Blindness in US

    January 18, 2014 | POSTED BY Tyler Phan | Clinical Pearls

    Old criteria: Statutory / legal blindness is defined as: Best corrected visual acuity of 20/200 or less in the better eye OR Widest diameter of visual field subtends an angle no greater than 20 degrees, in the better eye,...

    Tags: legal blindness, visual acuity
  • Just Noticeable Difference in Low Vision Refraction

    November 26, 2013 | POSTED BY Tyler Phan | Clinical Pearls

    Obtaining a good and accurate refraction in a low vision patient is extremely important because this is the starting point for prescribing many devices.  Every practitioner’s refraction techniques vary, but typically involve utilizing a...

    Tags: Clinical Pearl, clinical pearls, Low vison, Refraction

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