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Direct linkRay, Christopher T.; Wolf, Steven L. – Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 2010
Adults with visual impairments experience a loss of balance and mobility, which presents a barrier to independence and is associated with the fear of falling. The purpose of this study was to determine the extent to which visual status, age, gender, body mass index (BMI), and the strength of quadriceps and hamstrings contribute to compromised…
Descriptors: Body Composition, Blindness, Females, Prevention
Smith, Theresa Marie; Thomas, Kimberly; Dow, Katherine – Journal of Visual Impairment & Blindness, 2009
Macular degeneration is the leading cause of vision loss in the United States for persons aged 60 and older. Compared to individuals without disabilities, individuals with low vision demonstrate a 15% to 30% higher dependence on others to perform activities of daily living. In addition, low vision can adversely affect a person's quality of life.…
Descriptors: Partial Vision, Quality of Life, Vision, Visual Impairments
