Glaucoma Associates of Texas

Glaucoma Eye Doctor, Specialty Ophthalmologists

Dallas214-360-0000 • Plano972-612-9522 • Fort Worth817-923-2000
Rockwall469-769-1606 • Sherman214-360-0000
Southlake 214-360-0000

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Low Vision Due to Glaucoma

Low vision due to glaucoma can cause difficulty with performing daily tasks as a result of light sensitivity and glare problems, loss of contrast sensitivity (color shading perception), and reduced visual acuity (distinguishing fine details). Glaucoma patients can also have some peripheral vision loss which diminishes their visual field. By utilizing assistive devices and seeking guidance from an occupational therapist, glaucoma patients with low vision can learn to maximize their remaining good vision and still enjoy an independent, active lifestyle.

Occupational Therapy for Low Vision Due To Glaucoma

Your glaucoma specialist may use a quality-of-life survey to assess how your glaucoma is affecting your daily life. If your vision is limiting your activities, your ophthalmologist may recommend that you get help from an occupational therapist or low vision specialist. An occupational therapist (O.T.) can provide assistance by evaluating lighting and other areas of the home to create a safer, more comfortable environment.

Your occupational therapist. can help you adapt to performing daily tasks in a new way, such as:

  • Sorting medications: Specialized pill boxes and smart pill boxes are available to make compliance with glaucoma treatment.
  • Using electronic devices to aid in managing glaucoma: Specialized magnifiers, e-readers, audio books, screen reading software, and other assistive devices can be utilized to help patients living with glaucoma.
  • Modifying lighting: Effective lighting for glaucoma patients can not only help with vision but can also make the home safer.
  • Creating color contrast: Using highly contrasting colors together will help glaucoma patients distinguish household items more clearly.

Occupational therapists can teach glaucoma patients new techniques, such as visual tracking and visual scanning, to utilize their good vision in a more efficient way. The goal of occupational therapy is to help patients lead as normal a life as possible with the ability to enjoy social and recreational activities and accomplish routine tasks successfully and safely.

Practical Household Tips for Patients with Low Vision Due to Glaucoma

Many simple changes can help patients with low vision function more easily. Incorporating these tips into your daily routine can help promote a healthy, safe, and satisfying lifestyle:

  • Install non-skid rugs and grab bars to decrease the risk of accidental falls.
  • Use contrasting colors whenever possible, such as placing dark food on a white plate or cutting light foods on a dark cutting board.
  • Move any clutter, furniture, or appliances that may be a tripping hazard.
  • Install and maintain good lighting to ensure all rooms are well lit. Use direct lighting to reduce glare.
  • Stay organized by designating places for your personal and household belongings. Label tray dividers to hold smaller objects. Clearly mark regularly used settings on appliances and devices such as the washer, dryer, stove, microwave, and thermostat with nail polish or dimensional fabric paint.
  • Request large print books and magazines when possible. Enlarge recipes and small print items on a photocopier or before printing.
  • Separate clothes by color in the closet and hamper for matching purposes and easier sorting.
  • Utilize online shopping and grocery delivery if driving with glaucoma is a problem.

The fellowship-trained eye doctors (ophthalmologists) at Contact us at Glaucoma Associates of Texas are committed to helping all our patients live full and active lifestyles. If your glaucoma is affecting your ability to perform daily tasks, or you would like more information on managing glaucoma or occupational therapy for glaucoma, contact our office for an appointment by completing an appointment request form or call us for an evaluation.

Contact us at Glaucoma Associates of Texas (GAT) to find an eye doctor (ophthalmologist) specializing in medical and surgical treatment of glaucoma and cataracts.

Sherman Office Now Open

Glaucoma Associates of Texas (GAT) would like to welcome you to our new GAT Sherman Office located in Sherman, Texas. We are excited to announce that this is our fifth office in the Dallas-Fort Worth metropolitan area. Our goal is to bring glaucoma specialists closer to your area.

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Glaucoma Associates of Texas, Dallas, Plano, Fort Worth and Rockwall

The doctors at Glaucoma Associates of Texas (GAT) are ophthalmologists specializing in the medical, laser, and surgical treatment of glaucoma and cataracts. Each of our physicians has completed a clinical glaucoma fellowship, gaining extensive … Glaucoma Specialists

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GATT (Gonioscopy Assisted Transluminal Trabeculectomy)

Welcome to the Glaucoma Photo Gallery and Video Gallery for Glaucoma Associates of Texas! Glaucoma Video Gallery In our first video, Dr. Davinder Grover is interviewed by Cheryl Guttman Krader of Ophthalmology Times. The article about GATT … Video Gallery

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Glaucoma Associates of Texas   Cure Glaucoma, a charitable foundation, was established in 2014 by ophthalmologists at Glaucoma Associates of … Cure Glaucoma

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5 Office Locations

Dallas Office 214-360-0000
10740 N Central Expressway, Suite 300
Dallas, Texas 75231

Plano Office 972-612-9522
6000 W.Spring Creek Pkwy, Suite 110
Plano, TX 75024

Fort Worth Office 817-923-2000
417 W Magnolia Avenue
Fort Worth, Texas 76104

Rockwall Office 469-769-1606
810 Rockwall Pkwy, #1010
Rockwall, Texas 75032

Sherman Office 214-360-0000
715 E. Taylor Street
Taylor Plaza, Suite 100
Sherman, TX 75090

Southlake Office 214-360-0000
305 Morrison Park Drive
Southlake, Texas 76092

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