There are various eye conditions that may result in loss of vision with limited potential for recovery with treatment. In these situations, good lighting and magnifiers are essential for making best use of low vision. Magnifying glasses and large closed-circuit TV magnifiers are large and heavy. They are most useful for home use. However, away from home, these devices may be too cumbersome. An ideal solution to the problem, is the portable digital magnifier. The small magnifiers are lighter than an old-fashioned magnifying glass and are easily transportable. And, certainly, they may be used around the home, as well.
A number of my patients endorse the portable low-vision magnifiers listed below. They come in various sizes depending on your needs and the size of your carrying bag. They also vary in the amount of magnification provided. They are particularly helpful when shopping for brands and prices in the grocery store. Reading a menu at a restaurant is made much easier with these devices. The added independence gained with a proper magnifier makes my patients less dependent on others for help and adds to their quality of life.
Please refer to the links below for pricing on Amazon:
Small Portable Magnifier with 3.5″ screen with up to 25x zoom magnification
Large Portable Magnifier with 5″ screen with up to 32x magnification
Large Portable Magnifier with 5″ screen with up to 48x magnification and voice prompt function.
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