2nd Edition
Low Vision Rehabilitation A Practical Guide for Occupational Therapists
Dedication
Acknowledgments
About the AuthorsContributing Authors
Foreword by Theresa M. Smith, PhD, OTR, CLVT Preface
Section I Introduction and Background Information
Chapter 1 Overview and First-Response Interventions
Chapter 2 Epidemiology, History, and Clinical Model for Low Vision Rehabilitation
Chapter 3 Review of Basic Anatomy, Physiology, and Development of the Visual System
Chapter 4 Eye Diseases Associated With Low Vision
Chapter 5 Optics of Lenses, Refraction, and Magnification
Chapter 6 Psychosocial and Cognitive Issues Related to Vision Disability
Section II Evaluation
Chapter 7 Overview and Review of the Optometric Low Vision EvaluationPaul B. Freeman, OD, FAAO, FCOVD
Chapter 8 Occupational Therapy Low Vision Rehabilitation Evaluation
Section III Treatment
Chapter 9 Overview of Treatment Strategy
Chapter 10 Foundation Skills and Therapeutic Activities
Chapter 11 Managing Peripheral Visual Field Loss and Neglect
Chapter 12 Environmental Modifications
Chapter 13 Optical Devices and Magnification Strategies
Chapter 14 Computer Technology in Low Vision Rehabilitation
Section IV Occupational Performance
Chapter 15 Reading and Writing
Chapter 16 Basic Self-Care
Chapter 17 Home Management
Chapter 18 Leisure, Recreation, and Sports
Chapter 19 Community Activities and Mobility
Chapter 20 Managing Diabetes and MedicationsDebra A. Sokol-McKay, OTR/L, SCLV, CDE, CVRT, CLVT
Chapter 21 Establishing a Low Vision Rehabilitation Specialty PracticeMaxine Scheiman, MEd, OTR/L, CLVT and Stephen G. Whittaker, PhD, FAAO, OTR/L, CLVT Financial Disclosures
Index
Biography
Stephen G. Whittaker, PhD, FAAO, OTR/L, CLVT, is an occupational therapist, certified low vision therapist and research Fellow of the American Academy of Optometry with a PhD in experimental psychology and post-doctoral training in visual science. For over 35 years, Steve has been teaching, doing research, and providing clinical services in low vision rehabilitation. He lectures internationally. Prior to becoming an occupational therapist, Steve was a member of the faculty at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry (now Salus University) during which time he was principal investigator on National Eye Institute-, NIDRR-, and NASA-funded research on low vision and visual enhancement devices.
Mitchell Scheiman, OD, FCOVD, FAAO, is a nationally known optometric educator, lecturer, author, and private practitioner. He is the author of Understanding and Managing Visual Deficits: A Guide for Occupational Therapists. Debra Sokol-McKay, OTR/L, SCLV, CDE, CVRT, CLVT, is a licensed Occupational Therapist in the state of Pennsylvania. She has a specialty certification in Low Vision through the American Occupational Therapy Association (AOTA) and is a Certified Low Vision Therapist, Certified Diabetes Educator, and Certified Low Vision Rehabilitation Therapist.
“This book presents a broad overview of low vision concepts along with pertinent information related to the occupational therapy client process. It could be used in occupational therapy academic programs as well as in occupational therapy practice settings. Overall, this is a good source for students, educators, and practitioners in this field.”
- Yvonne M. Randall, EdD, OTR/L, FAOTA, Touro University Nevada, Doody’s Review Service
