Vision Rehabilitation Preferred Practice Pattern®

Vision Rehabilitation Preferred Practice Pattern®

Created
Tags CGMHOPHPediatricRefraction
Journal Ophthalmology
Status 審查完成
校稿者 蕭靜熹 醫師

© 2022 American Academy of Ophthalmology®

English Summary:

This passage discusses various studies and reviews related to vision rehabilitation for individuals with visual impairments. The studies cover topics such as the effectiveness of low-vision devices compared to therapy, the use of technology such as cell phone cameras and audio reading, and the benefits of psychological supports like peer support groups. The studies also address different populations such as children with visual impairments, older adults with vision loss, and individuals with specific conditions like hemianopia. The studies vary in quality of evidence, with some showing low-quality or very low-certainty evidence, while others present moderate or strong recommendations. The passage also includes a list of composite terms and single words related to vision rehabilitation, as well as a list of specific studies and their findings.

中文摘要:

這篇文章討論了與視力障礙者視力康復相關的各種研究和評論。這些研究涵蓋了以下主題:低視力設備與治療的有效性比較,使用技術如手機相機和語音閱讀,以及心理支持的好處,如同儕支持團體。這些研究還涉及不同人群,如視力障礙兒童、視力喪失的老年人和患有特定病症如半盲的個體。

研究在證據質量方面有所不同,有些呈現低質量或非常低確定性的證據,而其他則提供中度或強烈的建議。該段落還包括了與視力康復相關的綜合術語和單詞,以及特定研究及其研究結果的清單。

HIGHLIGHTED FINDINGS &RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CARE

Ophthalmologists are encouraged to provide information about rehabilitation resources to patients who have vision loss. Vision rehabilitation is not reserved for patients with advanced vision loss or severe loss of visual acuity. Even early or moderate vision loss may result in disability, which can affect visual performance, cause anxiety, interfere with safety and everyday activities, and diminish quality of life.


Ophthalmologists who subspecialize in providing vision rehabilitation should aim to optimize patients’reading, daily living activities, safety, participation in their community, and psychosocial well-being despite vision loss. Vision rehabilitation should not only include device recommendations but also address the broader impact of vision loss on patients’ lives.


Keys to successful vision rehabilitation are the ability to empathize, communicate with sensitivity, and convey hope to patients with vision loss.