Low Vision Occupational Therapy at UPMC Rehabilitation Institute

What Is Low Vision?

Low vision is any vision loss that you can't correct with:

• Glasses.
• Contact lenses.
• Surgery.

UPMC Rehabilitation Institute and UPMC Vision Institute low vision occupational therapy teams help you gain more independence.

This way, you can safely get back to your daily routine and have a better quality of life.

Learn more about our low-vision research.

What Is Low Vision Occupational Therapy (OT)?

Low vision OT helps you use your remaining vision for:

• Reading and writing.
• Low lighting, glare, and contrast.
• Technology, cellphones, computers, and tablets.

What does an OT do for low vision?

We work with you as a team to meet your goals.

Ways our OTs can help you gain independence with low vision include:

• Training your remaining vision.
• Learning how to use electronic devices to make things bigger.
• Using computer programs or applications.
• Techniques for completing everyday tasks and moving about your home with ease.
• Strategies for coping with chronic vision loss and chronic disease, including medicine.
• Connecting you to family and community resources.

Do I Need a Referral to Low Vision OT at UPMC?

Yes. Your low-vision optometrist, doctor, or other health care provider can refer you to us.

Will my insurance cover low vision OT?

Most health plans cover occupational therapy, though not devices.

Where We Offer Low-Vision OT

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• Inpatient Rehabilitation.
• Outpatient Physical, Occupational, or Speech Therapy.
• Rehabilitation Doctors.