Vision Aids Questions

1. What is considered legally blind?

   The Social Security Administration defines "legally blind" as either visual acuity in both eyes of less than 20/100 or a horizontal visual field in both eyes of 20 degrees or less.
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2. What are the best type of sunglasses for someone with impaired vision?

   While protection from the sun's ultraviolet (UV) rays helps prevent cataracts, the best glasses for someone with macular degeneration are those that block not only UV light but also blue wavelengths, as it's the blue light, not UV, that's the culprit in macular degeneration.
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3. Should Dad learn braille?

   First, I wouldn't assume your father can't read print if he hasn't already tried a CCTV (closed-circuit television), which magnifies much more than the strongest magnifier and provides a large area for viewing. Most people with age-related macular degeneration, for example, can at least read bills with a CCTV, and many can even read the newspaper...
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4. Will herbs help recover vision lost from glaucoma?

   Neither "vision herbs", "Senior Eye Vision" nor any other herbs, vitamins or prescription medications will restore vision lost from glaucoma. Glaucoma damages the optic nerve, which we do not know how to regenerate. The vitamins marketed for eyes are for macular degeneration; they do not restore lost...
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5. Does Medicare Cover Vision Care?

   Coverage of vision care by Medicare Part B is limited to treatment of medical conditions, and only treatment provided by a medical doctor. It does not normally include vision examinations, eyeglasses, or contact lenses.
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