Assistive Devices

Assistive visual technology can be an important tool for fostering independence in the low vision community.

Treatment with non-invasive, personalized repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation in those with mild to moderate Alzheimer’s resulted in a 44% slowing of disease progression at 52 weeks, according to the manufacturer.

Results from a clinical trial examining intracranial stimulation using a novel device in those with mild Alzheimer’s disease showed that treatment led to improvements in memory, cognitive function and blood flow.

Eschenbach Optik of America has launched Optaro, an attachable video magnifier designed for use with an iPhone to aid those with vision impairment, the company announced in a press release.

September is Healthy Aging Month, which the National Institute on Aging has celebrated by highlighting scientific innovations that help older adults remain independent as they age.

Eye6 with Ivy, a new wearable vision aid with an interactive AI visual assistant for individuals with age-related macular degeneration and other retinal disorders, is now available, according to a press release from Eyedaptic.

Neurotechnology company Synchron announced the first use of Apple Vision Pro with a patient implanted with its brain-computer interface, which allows users to make commands without using their hands or voice.

Despite advances in head-mounted displays, patients are often dissatisfied with their performance, according to a study published in Ophthalmic and Physiological Optics.

Telerehabilitation may be an option to train visually impaired older adults to use visual-assistive mobile applications, according to study results published in Optometry and Vision Science.

Gentex Corp. has announced its acquisition of eSight to develop and manufacture mobile electronic eye wear for individuals with vision impairments.