Hello Donna!!! Here is some input about OT services with low vision population.
Individuals with Low Vision - vision problems have reduced responsiveness to therapeutic programs, which interfere with they overall progress. In order to develop and implement an effective rehabilitative program, the visual capabilities must be individualized and appropriate adaptations must be considered to enhance responsiveness to the demand requested. OT is able to understanding about vision acuity and vision field and use special techniques to help people with low vision to increase independence and improve quality of life. OT will evaluate patients home, work, and leisure settings to be able to recommend appropriate adaptations in order to help the person make the most of their remaining vision. OT will educate family members and care givers about the diagnosis and its limitations on the person's functional performance. OT may use specific optical devices, assistive technology, communication devices, audio equipment. OT also can teach the person how to compensate for vision loss using other senses, such as touch, hearing, or smell. Good luck!!! >>> [EMAIL PROTECTED] 01/06/02 05:57PM >>> I am interested in expanding OT services at our home care agency into the area of vision, but in order to encourage my employer to pay for training, I need to provide him (a nurse) with the following info: benefits of OT for patients with visual deficits, general treatment info, and the number of visits typically involved. Can anyone out there help me? Thanks, Donna *********��*********** Unsubscribe? Send a message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] In the message's *body*, put the following text: unsubscribe OTlist List messages are archived at: http://www.mail-archive.com/[email protected] *********��*********** *********��*********** Unsubscribe? Send a message to [EMAIL PROTECTED] In the message's *body*, put the following text: unsubscribe OTlist List messages are archived at: http://www.mail-archive.com/[email protected] *********��***********
