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Musicians vision care at home
A Guest blog by Pianist Norma
When pianist Norma Wilson's vision became impacted by Age-Related Macular Degeneration she turned to Performing Arts Vision Care by Allegro Optical for help.
Norma has been a staunch supporter of Performing Arts Vision Care and as travel has become more difficult for her she opted to use our vision care at home service.
Norma has been kind enough to write a guest blog for us all about her experience with AMD and our at home service.
Stroke and the performer
29/10/2024
Stroke can have a huge ompact on the performing artist
World Stroke Day, observed on October 29, serves as a poignant reminder of the profound impact strokes have on individuals and families worldwide. For many, a stroke can lead to devastating outcomes, such as vision loss. Hemianopia, the most common type of visual field loss after a stroke, can significantly alter one's life. While full vision recovery is often impossible, there are treatments and techniques designed to help individuals maximise their remaining sight.
Unable to focus on his music, Bob was going tuba loopy
26/10/2024
Bob Hallet, a retired military bandsman and accomplished Eb Bass player, faced a challenge that many musicians encounter as they continue their passion into later life. The music that once flowed effortlessly from his stand was becoming blurred, and the conductor's cues were lost in a haze of unfocused vision. For Bob, whose bifocals no longer met the demands of his art, this was more than an inconvenience; it was a barrier to doing what he loved most.
World Menopause Month and the performing artist
14/10/2024
We are often asked if the menopause can affect a performers vision. In short, the answer is yes! Hormonal changes during menopause can cause a variety of eye problems, including:
- Dry eyes. Reduced oestrogen levels can affect tear production, resulting in dry, scratchy, or light-sensitive eyes.
- Blurry vision. can have an effect on the eye's oil glands, resulting in blurred vision.
- Wearing contact lenses can cause discomfort due to changes in corneal elasticity.
To address all these issues, you can try: Using lubricating eye drops. It is important to consume a diet high in antioxidants, such as colourful fruits and vegetables. Wearing sunglasses that provide UV protection Getting regular eye exams If your vision does not return to normal within a few months, or if it suddenly changes or becomes extremely blurry, you should consult an optometrist. To find out more click here
VR technology and
our consultations
07/10/2024
Virtually unique
At Performing Arts Vision Care, we use KUDOS, a cutting-edge new VR technology, to help us design your custom lenses. We are proud to provide our valued clients with this cutting-edge technology.
For the first time, we can see how a performer sees the world, including during rehearsals and on stage. If you require a completely personalised approach, we can customise a lens solution to meet your specific requirements. KUDOS allows us to create custom lenses by tracking your head and eye movements in virtual reality (VR) and visualising the results on a heat map. We then tailor a lens design to your gaze dynamics using the heat map generated.
Performing Arts Vision Care at Home
11/09/2024
Imagine this: No more arduous journeys to our practice. Instead, our expert opticians come to you! Next time you're struggling to see your sheet music, the conductor, and your instrument simultaneously, why not opt for a home consultation?
The performing artist and AMD
An age-related condition, Macular Degeneration (AMD) is a progressive eye disease that can have an immense impact on the lives and professional pursuits of performing artists, especially musicians. As the disease advances, it changes through distinct stages, each presenting its own set of difficulties. During the initial phases, drusen, which are small yellow deposits, become visible in the macula, which is responsible for clear central vision. As the disease advances, the presence of permeable blood vessels leads to the development of blind spots and distortions in vision, which are commonly referred to as wet AMD. This can greatly impede musicians' capacity to decipher sheet music or perceive instrument keys or strings with clarity, thereby rendering their craft arduous.
25/08/2024
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