Tools for Bad Eyesight

Numerous factors cause poor vision. Symptoms of vision impairments can include blurred vision, floaters and blind spots. If you are experiencing changes in your vision, these changes should not be ignored, and you should contact an eye doctor for an assessment and diagnosis. Some common causes of vision problems could simply be aging or side effects from medications. However, vision changes could be the result of more serious health issues such as diabetes. If your vision necessitates the use of vision aids, you have a number of options and can find tools that can be used to help you see.

Eye Glasses

• Glasses are frames that bear lenses and are worn for vision correction. Some glasses are worn for eye protection. Modern glasses are constructed to be supported by pads on the bridge of the nose and temple arms placed over the ears. To get a pair of glasses that adequately address your vision impairment, you must visit an eye doctor for an exam and prescription, which is used to create custom lenses. Numerous styles of glasses and eye wear vary in cost and quality.

Contact Lenses

• Cosmetic, corrective or therapeutic contact lenses are placed on the cornea of the eye. The first contact lenses were rigid and often caused the wearer pain. If you wear contacts today, the contacts are soft and more comfortable. Contacts are tinted a faint blue, making them more visible when immersed in storage and cleaning solutions. Cosmetic contact lenses are colored to deliberately alter the appearance of the eye rather than to correct vision.

Magnifying Lenses

• Magnifying lenses are handheld lenses that you can use for reading. Some magnifying lenses come with a built-in light for illumination. If you find holding the magnifier troublesome, you can find a model that is mounted on a stand to allow your hands to remain free. If you have problems with distance vision, you can purchase a small handheld telescope that can clip onto your eyeglasses.

Computer Display and Enlargement

• Computer display and enlargement systems are a good option if you spend time sitting in front of a computer screen. You can purchase a monitor with a large screen and software that is used to enlarge print. You may also adjust your computer to alter the brightness, color and contrast of the display.