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Visibility Vol 7 Issue 1, 2013


Considerations for Prescribing Portable LED Lights for Low Vision


Considerations for prescribing LED reading lights are presented. Factors include stability, cost, illumination pattern and color. Decaying output can limit effectiveness. Pattern can reduce glare and variation with reading distance. Color may benefit certain individuals. Concepts of “cost of ownership” and “cost per lux” are introduced.

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A person helping another person with a reading aide

Well-Being and Mental Health Factors among Informal Caregivers of Individuals with Visual Impairments

Callie Victor, PhD, OTR/L, CLA; Matthew Haase, MS, OTR/L, ATC; Michael Bown; Lindsey Bates, OTR; Michael Centra, OTR/L; Jaclyn Sachleben; Elizabeth Tyson; Michelle Gamber, DrPH; Suleiman Alibhai

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Patient with Stand Magnifier

Stand Magnifier Optical Strategies

Gregg Baldwin, OD

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The Effectiveness of the Apple iPad as a Reading Tool for Individuals with Low Vision

Aaron Johnson, PhD; Christina Nadon; Elliott Morrice; Julie-Andrée Marinier, OD MSc; Olga Overbury, PhD; Walter Wittich, PhD, FAAO, CLVT

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