To extend the range of clinical optometry practice introduced, with the aim of complementing of low vision care and its different aspects according to our country requirement. Low vision services are becoming existent and tertiary level and it will be good learning area for the students, and to build their carrier as Low Vision Practioner.
1. Epidemiology of Low Vision – Definitions and Global Situation
2. Causes of Low Vision
3. Patients History & Interview – Assessment tests
4. Low Vision Assessment
5. Essentials Supplementary tests – Color Vision, Visual Fields
6. Visual Acuity
7. Magnification
8. Low Vision Devices – Types
9. EVD/EVP
10. Optical Devices for distance use – Telescopes & Filters
11. Optical Devices for near use – Magnifiers and their calculation
12. Electronic &High-tech Low Vision Devices
13. Low Vision Enhancement system – Video Presentation
14. How to use Low Vision Devices
15. Environmental Modifications – Special considerations
16. Visual Training
17. Low Vision Service Other Aspects of rehabilitation
18. Motivation and client’s behavior
19. Complication and side effects
20. Services for the Blind
21. Orientation and Mobility Training
22. Braille
23. Practical Training of LV Management Case Studies
24. Practical Training of LV Management Case Studies of the Blind Patients