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Learn the causes and symptoms of low vision in children, how it impacts learning, socialization, and independence. Fortunately, we help children with low vision to...

Difficulty seeing at night can be frustrating and unsettling. Many people notice that once the sun goes down, everyday tasks, walking through a parking lot,...

Bumping into furniture, misjudging steps, or feeling uneasy in crowded places can be frustrating. Many people assume they’re just being less steady, but these experiences are often...

As the year comes to a close, our low vision optometrist would like to take a moment to thank our patients, reflect on the progress...

Understand low vision in children and discover how personalized low vision care can improve learning, confidence and daily independence.

These unique glasses may look unusual at first, but for the right person, they can help bring distant objects into view and make certain daily...

Telescopic glasses offer a powerful solution for individuals with moderate to severe low vision. These advanced low vision aids are custom-fitted to help patients regain...

If you’re planning your first visit to a low vision clinic, you may be wondering what to ask—here's a guide to help you through it.

Wearable low vision eyewear are devices designed to enhance remaining vision. Your IALVS low vision optometrist can help you find the right one for your...

Living with vision loss can bring uncertainty, but the right care can make a world of difference.

Low vision is a serious visual impairment that can’t be corrected with regular glasses or surgery. In Camp Hill, patients living with age-related or disease-related...

October 15 marks White Cane Awareness Day, a day that honors the important role white canes play in promoting safety, mobility, and independence for individuals...

This September marks Usher Syndrome Awareness Day on the 20th—a time to recognize a condition that impacts both hearing and sight....

As the days grow shorter and natural light fades earlier in the evening, many people living with low vision notice that indoor tasks become more...

This blog explores how AMD affects daily life and how patients can maintain independence with low vision care. It explains the differences between dry and...

Technology continues to evolve, and Apple’s 2025 accessibility updates reflect some exciting changes for people with vision loss. From advanced magnification to voice navigation and...

For individuals living with low vision, questions about driving often come with uncertainty. While vision loss can impact the ability to drive safely, some people...

This blog explores the challenges of driving with low vision and the aids that can help, including bioptic telescope glasses and other adaptive tools. It...

July brings long, sunny days—but for individuals living with Stargardt disease, this time of year can also mean more discomfort and difficulty seeing clearly in...

Low vision is significant vision loss that persists despite glasses or surgery, often caused by eye diseases like macular degeneration or glaucoma. This blog explains...

Our low vision doctor helps patients enjoy videos and screen time again with personalized devices and strategies to enhance remaining vision....

Children with low vision face unique challenges at home, in school, and social interactions. While the condition cannot be corrected with standard glasses, proper support,...

In honor of Albinism Awareness Month, this blog highlights how individuals with albinism can benefit from low vision strategies tailored to their unique needs.

A timely exploration of AI-powered robotic guide dogs, including RoboGuide, and how they could offer innovative solutions for mobility and independence.

In recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, this piece addresses the emotional toll of macular degeneration and how patients can seek support.

Summer is a time to reconnect with nature, travel to new places, and enjoy time with family and friends. For those living with vision loss,...

Diabetes often manifests as issues with physical health and blood sugar levels, but did you know it can affect your eyesight too? In this blog...

Learn how to slow the effects of macular degeneration and make the most of your remaining vision. At Low Vision Solutions of Pennsylvania, we specialize...

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has played a crucial role in ensuring accessibility for people with disabilities, including those with low vision....

Color plays a vital role in how we interact with our surroundings. yet, for individuals with low vision, certain eye conditions can affect how they...

Eyecare myths can lead to misconceptions that affect vision health. This World Optometry Day, we’re debunking five common myths to help you make informed decisions...

Glaucoma is a progressive eye condition that can lead to low vision, making everyday tasks more challenging.

Glaucoma develops silently but can lead to permanent vision loss. Learn how routine eye exams at Low Vision Solutions of Pennsylvania can help protect your...

Low vision doesn’t mean giving up on the life you love—it means finding new ways to engage with the world. This February, during Low Vision...

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of vision loss, and one of its advanced forms, geographic atrophy (GA), can significantly impact daily life....

Diabetes can have a significant impact on eye health, potentially leading to conditions like diabetic retinopathy or vision loss. Regular eye exams and effective diabetes...

A diagnosis of wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to mean giving up the activities you love. With the...

As the year draws to a close, it’s a meaningful time to reflect on the mission, achievements, and values that guide the work of our...

Macular degeneration is the leading cause of blindness in adults over 50, affecting central vision and the ability to perform everyday tasks. This blog explains...

Living with low vision creates challenges that extend beyond vision itself. Everyday interactions—such as recognizing faces, following group conversations, or maintaining eye contact—can become frustrating...

Staying active with macular degeneration is essential for protecting your vision and overall health. Learn how low-impact exercises like walking, swimming, and yoga can benefit...

Living with low vision doesn’t mean giving up on the activities that bring joy, connection, and relaxation. With the help of low vision glasses or...

As we age, changes in our vision are common, but for individuals with dementia, vision loss can be even more pronounced. Many patients with dementia...

Diabetes can affect your vision in ways you might not expect. Uncover common myths about diabetes and eye health and learn how to safeguard your...

As the days grow shorter and nighttime sets in earlier, driving can become more challenging, especially for those experiencing vision loss. Glare from headlights, streetlights,...

Understanding Vision Loss from Eye Diseases Eye diseases like macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and glaucoma can lead to significant vision loss. Many people have trouble...

As proud members of the International Academy of Low Vision Specialists (IALVS), our eye care team believes that there’s life after vision loss. That’s why...

Living with low vision can be a challenging journey, but there is hope. Research has shown that individualized low vision therapy, including the use of...

Did you know lighting in the home is critical for even daily tasks? It's even more so for those with vision loss. Recent findings reveal...

Swimming isn't just a recreational activity; it's a therapeutic experience that offers numerous advantages for individuals with low vision. In this article, we discuss how...

Low vision is a significant vision impairment characterized by complete or peripheral vision loss, blurry vision, poor low-light vision, loss of light sensitivity, and/or loss...

Maintaining independence and quality of life is key for individuals with low vision. As members of The International Academy of Low Vision Specialists (IALVS), our...

Vision loss can be challenging, but it's important to remember that even if you have low vision, protecting your eyes and the skin around them...

People who suffer from AMD lose their “straight-ahead” vision, making it difficult to read, drive, recognize faces and perform many routine daily tasks.

Low vision aids can make reading, writing, shopping, driving, and even applying makeup possible — and you don’t need to be technology savvy in order...

As cataracts worsen, they lead to a wide range of symptoms: from blurry vision and light sensitivity to halos around lights and colors appearing less...

Here are 5 of the most popular low vision aids that patients with age-related macular degeneration (AMD) use to maintain their independence and live a...

Cutting-edge apps, coupled with low vision aids and devices, can help people with low vision live full, independent lives.

Ocular albinism affects a person’s eyes and vision in several ways. Thankfully, the low vision aids we offer at Low Vision Solutions of Pennsylvania can...

Your eye experts at Low Vision Solutions of Pennsylvania have compiled our top 7 tips for keeping your eyes healthy and safe this holiday season....

Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a progressive eye disease that impairs central vision. Here we’ll discuss the most common low vision glasses for AMD and...

If you love to cook but have low vision, working in the kitchen safely and independently can be challenging. At Low Vision Solutions of Pennsylvania...

It's Contact Lens Safety Month, which makes it the perfect time to brush up on ways to keep your eyes and vision healthy when wearing...

If you or your loved one is struggling with low vision, please don't lose hope. Low vision technology helps people with severe vision loss maximize...

Seeing floaters is common and usually nothing to worry about. Yet there are times when floaters are a sign of a serious eye condition. Here’s...

Dry eye syndrome is one of the most common eye conditions in the world, yet many people put up with the discomfort, even though it's...

Here are 5 eye symptoms that you should never ignore. Call Low Vision Solutions of Pennsylvania without delay if you or a loved one experiences...

If you've been diagnosed with macular degeneration, glaucoma, or other sight-robbing eye diseases, don't lose hope. Low vision aids such as magnifiers, special glasses and...

Every child should have a comprehensive eye exam before the start of the new school year. Just as you wouldn’t consider sending them to school without...

Did you know that Nerf® guns, a supposedly safe children’s toy, have been shown to cause eye injury in certain cases? What makes them so...

A recent scientific study suggests that it may be possible to slow down or even reverse the aging process. Read on to learn how this...

Hyperopia affects near vision in children and young adults. Want to know more about hyperopia? Here we explain ways to recognize the condition and help...

Cataract surgery not only improves vision. Research suggests that cataract surgery may also prevent cognitive decline.

Sunglasses are important for everyone, and especially for people with low vision. Here are several things to consider when purchasing a new pair of sunglasses.

Here’s how you can celebrate National Sunglasses Day on June 27.

Working at home has many benefits, but it can also trigger computer-related eye strain. Here are some proven ways to reduce digital eye strain, whether...

Wet age-related macular degeneration (AMD) causes vision loss, but it can also cause visual hallucinations, the hallmark of Charles Bonnet syndrome (CBS). Learn about AMD-related...

At some point in our lives, we've all had our eyes examined using an eye chart – whether during a school screening or at the...

Bloodshot eyes can be harmless, but may also be a sign of an underlying eye condition.

Having low vision can lead to frequent falls and other accidents.  Here are 5 tips to make your home safer and easier to navigate.

Macular degeneration is a major cause of vision loss. Here are 6 ways to help lower your risk of developing this sight-threatening condition.

If you’ve been diagnosed with cataracts, your optometrist will monitor its progression and manage your symptoms. Once you need surgery, your optometrist can direct you...

This March, in honor of National Save Your Vision Month, we’ve compiled a list of 5 essential ways to help you keep your eyes healthy...

For people with low vision, dating can sometimes feel daunting. Our eye doctors are here to offer tips to make dating easier and more comfortable...

There are many reasons why your eyes may feel itchy and sore. However, new research suggests that these symptoms can also be linked to COVID-19.

Reduced visual contrast sensitivity is characterized by difficulty distinguishing objects from their backgrounds. It is a common condition, especially over age 50, that can occur...

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, it’s time to give your eyes some love. Here are 10 ways you can give your eyes the...

An eyelid twitch can develop for a number of reasons, and most of the time it’s not a cause for concern. Find out what may...

After retinal detachment surgery, reading can be difficult in the short term, and sometimes in the long term as well.  Using visual aids that magnify...

Low vision is often thought of as blindness. However, low vision is only partial vision loss. Learn more about the different types of vision loss...

Good Eye Care Habits & Hygiene By practicing good eye care habits and hygiene, you can prevent many vision problems from occurring. Eye problems and...

Countless adults, teens and even children will be wearing colored contact lenses this Halloween, but few are aware of the risks involved. Ever wondered what...

This summer, heat waves with scorching temperatures have hit communities nationwide, making an already hot summer even hotter. With high temps and heat waves in...

July is UV Safety Awareness Month, and no wonder! With the summer sun out in full force, it’s now more important than ever to protect...

This summer, whether you're headed across state lines on a family road trip, flying off to Europe, grabbing a quick weekend getaway, or taking a...

June is Cataract Awareness Month. During this important time, people living with cataracts (and their loved ones) are encouraged to talk about their personal experiences...

Do your kids need glasses in order to see clearly? Maybe they have a strong case of nearsightedness, perhaps they have astigmatism, or another type...

Those with excellent visual acuity may experience difficulty with visual processing or focus, which can impact various aspects of a child’s development, learning ability, and...

May is Mental Health Awareness Month in the USA; in Canada, Mental Health week is May 6th to 12th. Since 1949, it has been observed...

April is Parkinson's Awareness Month in the USA and Canada, a time when those living with the disorder, their family members, friends, and community come...

Spring is a season of new beginnings, when the cold harsh winter months are behind us, flowers bloom, and people begin spending more time outdoors....

March 8th is International Women's Day, a day when women are honored and their accomplishments celebrated worldwide. From medicine to law, entrepreneurship to corporate leadership,...

Most of us have the basics: bleach, oven cleaner, air freshener, furniture polish, and window spray. Did you know that chemicals found in these kinds...

It’s February and that means we’re smack in the middle of winter, which is also the middle of the school year. It’s the season when...

January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month. What is Glaucoma? Glaucoma, a silent eye disease, is the most common form of irreversible blindness in the world....

Each year during the month of January we recognize World Braille Day which gives us the opportunity to take a moment and appreciate the incredible...

Nerf Guns: Popular, Projectile... Safe? With the newest Nerf guns and blasters reigning at the top of lists for the most popular toys this holiday season,...

Whether you live in a climate with cold winter weather or you are planning a ski trip up north, winter can be a challenge if...

Diabetes is becoming much more prevalent around the globe. According to the International Diabetes Federation, approximately 425 million adults were living with diabetes in the...

Brush Up Before You Dress Up Halloween is one of the most fun times of the year for children and adults alike. When else do...

Regular exercise is an essential component of overall health and wellness. It is proven that exercise reduces sickness and disease; it increases strength, immunity, and...

Screen Time Pros and Cons Whether it is homework, email, gaming, chatting with friends, searching the web or watching Youtube, kids these days seem to...

Getting old doesn’t have to be synonymous with vision loss. There is a lot you can do to keep your eyes and vision healthy and...

What Is Progressive Myopia? Nearsightedness or myopia is one of the most prevalent eye disorders worldwide and its incidence is increasing. In fact by 2050,...

An online eye test may seem like a convenient way to check your vision or get an eyeglass prescription but beware, these tests aren’t all...

Healthy eyes and good vision are essential for your child’s growth and development. In fact, learning is 80% visual, which means a child’s success in...

It’s almost back to school time for college students and whether this is your first time away from home or you are already a pro,...

While it may seem like a harmless action, rubbing your eyes can actually cause a lot of damage. There are a number of different reasons...

Migraine Awareness Month: An ocular migraine is any migraine headache that involves a visual disturbance such as flashes of light, seeing stars or zigzags or...

Sure, sunglasses might add the final touches to your chic ensemble, but the real reason to purchase your shades is to protect your eyes from...

Vision is a critical component to succeed as an athlete and this doesn’t just mean having 20/20 vision. There are a number of visual processes...

While we all know that regular eye exams can help detect warning signs of disease and prevent vision loss, many people fail to seek medical...

April is Women’s Eye Health Month in the USA and May is Healthy Vision month in Canada too, so let’s take the opportunity to look...

If you want strong, healthy eyes and clear vision for life, a major step you can take is to protect your eyes from UV radiation. ...

We all experience the occasional eyelid twitch, which is when the muscle of the eyelid spasms involuntarily. Usually, it comes and goes without intervention and...

Infant Eyesight Despite nine months of growth in utero, babies are not born with fully developed eyes and vision - just like they can't walk...

It’s that time of the year again. Each February, the optometric community bands together to create awareness about age-related macular degeneration (AMD). AMD is a...

At this time of year when the sun sets early, many people are affected by night blindness. Night blindness or nyctalopia refers to difficulty seeing at...

It’s that time of year again. January is National Glaucoma Awareness Month, a time set aside each year to create awareness about this potentially devastating...

While most people have sunglasses high on their packing list for a tropical vacation, many people don’t consider it as much of a priority for...

As the season to deck the halls arrives, make sure that you aren’t one of the many people who find themselves celebrating in the urgent...

The New Year is coming and many people include healthier eating and exercise in their resolutions for the year ahead. Well other than weight loss...

November 14th is World Diabetes Day. This year, the theme of World Diabetes Day is women and diabetes - our right to a healthy future....

October is World Blindness Awareness Month, an initiative started to help the public to understand the realities of visual impairment and how it affects the...

October has arrived and that means many people are already starting to plan for upcoming costume parties and trick-or-treating for the Halloween season. This is...

Every good pair of eyes eventually gets old and with age comes a condition called presbyopia. Presbyopia, which usually begins to set in some time...

Even if you don’t have any eye or vision problems, the natural process of aging affects your ability to see and react to visual stimuli....

Many teens who wear glasses are eager to try out contact lenses for convenience, fashion or to just provide another option for vision correction.

What’s it like to be color blind? Contrary to what the name implies, color blindness usually does not actually mean that you don’t see any...

On August 21st, for the first time since 1979, a solar eclipse will be visible across North America. What's even more historic is that it...

Light sensitivity, also known as photophobia, is a condition in which bright light - either natural sunlight or artificial light -  can cause significant discomfort,...

What Exactly Is a Black Eye? A black eye, also known as a periorbital hematoma, is usually not an injury of the actual eye (which...

According to the World Health Organization, cataracts are responsible for 51% of cases of blindness worldwide - although this blindness is preventable with treatment. In...

You Don’t Have to Live With Dry Eyes Have you noticed that your eyes feel chronically dry, itchy, scratchy or even sometimes watery? Many people...

Eye Doctors Weigh In: How Smoking Can Harm Your Vision & Eye Health We all know that smoking is bad for you, especially the risks that...

In an effort to spread the word to increase awareness about Sjogren’s Disease, eye care providers are speaking out about this hard-to-diagnose condition. Sjogren’s is...

Hey women! Did you know that women are more likely to suffer from vision problems and are at higher risk of permanent vision loss than...

Hey women! Did you know that women are more likely to suffer from vision problems and are at higher risk of permanent vision loss than...

There is nothing worse than a dirty spot on your glasses - well except perhaps many dirty spots or smudges. When that happens, most of...

Blue light. Do you know what it is? Do you know where it comes from, or how it can be harmful to your eyes? If...

Eye color is a hereditary trait that depends on the genes of both parents, as well as a little bit of mystery. The color of...

Age-related macular degeneration is a serious condition that can threaten your vision and general well-being. Characterized by the deterioration of the central area of the...

Your toddler may show every sign of good eyesight including the ability to see objects in the distance, however that doesn't necessarily mean that he...

Make your resolution for healthy vision this year with increased awareness of the leading cause of blindness worldwide.