Ophthalmology and Vision Science

Vision Rehabilitation and Low Vision Care

Vision rehabilitation focuses on improving the quality of life for individuals with partial or permanent vision loss due to ocular diseases, injuries, or congenital conditions. Low vision care involves comprehensive assessment of visual function using advanced tools such as contrast sensitivity tests, microperimetry, and functional visual field analysis to design personalized rehabilitation strategies. Interventions include visual aids, magnification devices, orientation and mobility training, and assistive technologies integrated with smartphones and digital platforms. Challenges include accessibility of rehabilitation services, adherence to training programs, and addressing psychological impacts associated with vision loss. Emerging technologies, including wearable devices, virtual reality, and artificial intelligence-based adaptive systems, enhance functional vision, independence, and patient engagement. Nanotechnology and novel biomaterials are being explored for ocular implants and visual prosthetics to restore partial vision. Regulatory standards ensure the safety, efficacy, and quality of rehabilitative devices and therapeutic programs. Trends emphasize patient-centered care, tele-rehabilitation, integration of multidisciplinary teams, and personalized training protocols for specific visual impairments. By combining clinical expertise, technological innovation, and rigorous regulatory compliance, vision rehabilitation continues to empower patients with low vision, optimize functional outcomes, and enhance social and professional participation, thereby improving overall quality of life.