Permalink Submitted by Mindy Renfro, P... (not verified) on Tue, 06/02/2015 - 11:37
First, this article is incredibly well done. Bravo!
One additional point about vision. Walking while wearing bifocals and/or multifocal lenses means that when you look down to the floor or steps, they are not in focus since you are looking through your reading lenses adjusted for 12-18 inches away. Older adults might consider having only distance lenses for glasses worn while walking.
Vision and falls
First, this article is incredibly well done. Bravo!
One additional point about vision. Walking while wearing bifocals and/or multifocal lenses means that when you look down to the floor or steps, they are not in focus since you are looking through your reading lenses adjusted for 12-18 inches away. Older adults might consider having only distance lenses for glasses worn while walking.
Best,
Mindy