May 19, 2021

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is the most common cause of irreversible vision loss in the United States. As the population grows older, so does the increase in cases of age-related eye disease. Over 28 million American adults suffer from one or more eye-related diseases. Several populations are at a higher risk of developing these conditions....

Adaptive devices, including telescopic lenses, white canes, and guide dogs, have proven beneficial to those with chronic eye disease. The use of such adaptive devices can benefit those with age-related macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, and cataracts. Researchers sought to determine if and how many patients were utilizing these adaptive devices. They also sought to...