Cataracts - Other Treatment
With the use of certain vision-boosting techniques and vision aids, many older adults may be able to avoid or delay having cataract surgery.
Other Treatment Choices
- Tips for improving vision include repositioning room lights and keeping your eyeglasses prescription up to date.
- Low-vision accommodations in your home range from adding adequate lighting to adjusting carpets and furniture to remove potential hazards.
- Low-vision aids and adaptive technologies include video enlargement systems and speech software for computer systems.
What To Think About
Vision aids can be used for a short time, while you are deciding on surgery, or on a long-term basis, to avoid surgery.
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Surgery may be advisable if you want to continue to drive a car. If you live in a retirement home or assisted-living facility, you may decide to use vision aids and avoid surgery.
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