A gentleman recently contacted Enhanced Vision about the wonderful experience he has had with his Acrobat Long Arm. Frank is a dental technician and he constructs false teeth for a living. His work is very detailed and prior to his Acrobat, he was not able to see well enough to work anymore.

However, with his Acrobat Long Arm, he is able to work again and he makes impeccable products for his clients. He is independent again and is working just as well as he did before he was diagnosed with low vision.

Acrobat Long Arm Key Features:
Longer arm provides flexibility to work on larger projects. You can configure the Acrobat in a variety of ways to meet your specific needs. Connect the unit to a computer monitor or TV or portable viewing panel.

• Clamps easily to a table or desk
• Can be connected to either a TV or computer monitor (Please specify when ordering)
• Auto focus 3-in-1 camera for seeing yourself up close, reading and distance viewing
• True mirror image while in self-viewing mode
• Memory settings for each camera position
• Various arms and positioning options provides maximum flexibility
• Detachable camera for use at multiple workstations
• 19″ or 22″ monitors provide up to 75x adjustable magnification
• 7 viewing modes to optimize contrast and brightness
• Wrap around dual keypad allows easy access to controls
• Computer compatible (Additional hardware required)
• Optional rolling carrying case for easy transport
• Left-hand mode
• Line markers, object locator, remote control and more…
• 2 year warranty

What is Macular Degeneration

Age Related Macular Degeneration is a degenerative disease of the retina that causes progressive loss of vision in the center of the eye. People describe it as having a spot or blurry space in the middle of their vision that interferes with daily tasks like reading and driving. There are two types of macular degeneration, dry and wet.

Dry Age Related Macular Degeneration results when yellow-white deposits called drusen accumulate under the macula, which is the central portion of the retina. Scientists don’t know exactly why this occurs.

In Wet Age Related Macular Degeneration, abnormal blood vessel growth forms under the macula and leaks fluid damaging photoreceptor cells. Wet Age Related Macular Degeneration can progress rapidly and cause serious damage. If it’s caught early, however, laser surgery may be able to prevent extensive vision loss.

The risk of developing macular degeneration increases with age and the disease is the most common cause of vision loss in people over the age of 55, particularly women. While it significantly reduces vision, Age Related Macular Degeneration does not cause total blindness.

If you have suffered vision loss due to Age Related Macular Degeneration your doctor will probably refer you to a low vision specialist. This dedicated eye care professional will be able to evaluate your available vision and refer you to other specialists who can assist with rehabilitation and resources.

To learn more about vision rehabilitation please read our article called: “Vision Rehabilitation is the Key”.

Most of all, realize that you are not alone. Millions of Americans experience low vision through various eye diseases, like Macular Degeneration, and there are many organizations, professionals and resources available to you. In addition to these resources there are products, like digital magnification, which allow you to maintain your independence through the vision loss process.

Please visit our low vision products page to view our complete line of vision enhancement products to fit your individual needs.