EXPERT ADVICE

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Before you purchase a magnifier of any kind it is vital that you can answer the following questions positively:

• Have you sought the help of your usual local Optometrist and have you been advised that your vision cannot be improved with conventional correction spectacles?

• Have you been examined by an Ophthalmologist and have you been advised that your vision cannot be improved by medical or surgical treatment?

• Have you discussed your visual difficulties with your GP and have they advised that no further help can be offered through medical treatment, surgery or through the prescription of conventional spectacles?

It is only after you have been able to answer these questions positively that you should begin to consider using magnifying aids.

When you are quite sure that you really do need to use magnifying aids of some kind, then you should continue with the advice by accessing the sections on the right hand side.

Whilst you cannot damage your vision in any way by using magnifying devices, it is important that you ensure that your vision cannot be improved by the use of conventional spectacles or medical or surgical treatment.

If you are in any doubt whatsoever please discuss the matter with your GP, Ophthalmologist or Optometrist before continuing.