The Transformative Journey of Jesse Conner: Client Spotlight Webinar
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by Usman Malik
1M ago
A Beacon of Hope for Those Living with Macular Degeneration In our latest “Client Spotlight Webinar,” we had the privilege of sharing the incredible story of Jesse Conner, a beacon of hope for individuals living with macular degeneration. In the world of visual impairment, stories of resilience, adaptation, and technological empowerment are not just inspiring—they are transformative. Jesse Conner’s journey with macular degeneration is a testament to the profound impact that innovative solutions like IrisVision can have on the lives of those navigating the challenges of sight loss. This post a ..read more
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What Are the Causes of Cone Rod Dystrophy?
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by Arsalan Rashid
6M ago
Inherited retinal dystrophies are a large, genetically diverse group of degenerative disorders of the retina. These inherited retinal dystrophies are caused when a gene or two are defective or undergo a harmful change. These mutations lead to different diseases or disorders in our bodies, like Down syndrome and vision loss.  As discussed in our article ‘What is Cone Rod Dystrophy?’, we have helped identify what cone and cone-rod dystrophies are.  Here is a brief overview of it…  Cone and cone-rod dystrophies are a group of 35 inherited diseases that cause the photoreceptors of ..read more
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How Quickly Does Stargardt’s Progress
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by Arsalan Rashid
6M ago
Generally, macular degeneration is associated with older age, but an inherited, juvenile form known as Stargardt disease affects children and young adults. A genetic mutation that causes protein to block the passage of nutrients and waste, to and from the macula. The macula (the center part of the retina), and its photoreceptor cells are damaged as a result of this.  Stargardt disease, also known as fundus flavimaculatus, Stargardt Macular Dystrophy, or Juvenile Macular Degeneration, affects about one in every 10,000 people; hence considered a rare eye disease.  Characterized by cen ..read more
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Can Stargardt Disease Cause Blindness?
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by Arsalan Rashid
6M ago
Has a child or teenager ever complained to you about blurry vision? Do they mention dark spots when on the computer or while reading? Are they having trouble seeing colors or having difficulty recognizing faces?  If these questions sound familiar to you, then you’ve come to the right place, as we’ll be answering the ‘Why’ for you below. Age-related eye conditions are one of the common causes of vision impairment. Macular degeneration is an eye disease found in adults over age 50. It affects the macula and causes loss of central vision.  Other symptoms include distorted shapes, blurr ..read more
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10 Games for the Legally Blind and People with Low Vision
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by Anum Tahir
1y ago
Since the late 1990s, the gaming industry has turned out quite a few impressive pieces that offer a surreal gaming experience for blind and visually impaired gamers. While there has always been a variety of entertainment options for sighted people, you’d be pleasantly surprised to find out that some of these game-plays are designed uniquely to interest people with visual difficulties, just as much as they do for sighted people. The games are designed to let audio navigation and sound effects acquaint the visually impaired player with the game arena. Once a player gets hang of the storyline a ..read more
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IrisVision Inspire 1.2 Updates
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by Muhammad Zeeshan
1y ago
“I have not been able to see my mom’s face for 24 years, and to see her again was a life-changing experience.” (Ryan, Scottsdale Arizona) In the words of Ryan, a talented young magician who was diagnosed with Optic Nerve Atrophy in early childhood, and lived most part of his life with little to no vision. The IrisVision Electronic Glasses have transformed the lives of thousands of people by restoring their vision! The team at IrisVision works round the clock to bring the best and most innovative eye care solutions for blind and visually impaired community, and again, we are here with the la ..read more
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What Is Cone Rod Dystrophy?
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by James Dickson
1y ago
We all carry genes and that’s no surprise. Since school years, we learn a thing or two about our bodies like how we all have unique DNA. Genes are made of DNA and it contains instructions for cell functioning as well as the characteristics that make us distinctive. Following that, there are certain genetic disorders that occur when a mutation, or harmful change, affects our genes or when our body has the wrong amount of genetic material. These mutations can lead to different diseases or disorders in our body, like affecting our autoimmune system, down syndrome, and even vision.  We will ..read more
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Low Vision Aids: Enhancing Your View
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by James Sell
1y ago
Seeing is believing… There’s no denying it. Yet, eyesight gets weaker with age. In most cases, a pair of bifocals or reading glasses would do the trick. If not, and you face difficulty performing your daily activities, it’s likely you have low vision. There are about 4 million Americans with low vision and chronic visual impairment, which can’t be corrected with glasses. Surprisingly, low vision and legal blindness are among the leading causes of disability in the United States. So how does one regain the independence that is compromised because of low vision? Is there some voodoo stuff th ..read more
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How to Improve Vision after Retinal Detachment Surgery?
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by James Sell
1y ago
Have you experienced floaters in your vision or a black curtain falling over your field of vision? If so, you have likely experienced a retinal tear or small retinal detachment. Leaving it unattended for too long will lead to legal blindness. Taking the necessary steps before it gets out of hand is necessary. Are you among the ones who have already taken the steps for retinal reattachment? Or are you among those who are soon to undergo retinal detachment surgery? Either way, you are in the right place. We are here to help you understand what happens during and after retinal detachment surger ..read more
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How to Prevent Retinal Detachment?
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by James Sell
1y ago
Retinal detachment – the retina pulling away from the blood vessels – is a serious medical emergency. It can result in full or permanent vision loss, if left untreated. Just hearing the name might put you in a spot. Is your retina going to fall out? How will my eyesight appear? Is the retina literally ripped out? These might be a few concerns for someone who doesn’t know about it. What happens is that the retina, a light sensitive layer of the tissue in the back of the eye, is separated from its normal position. This happens suddenly, without a warning and leads to vision loss. In all scenar ..read more
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