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Dry Macula Degeneration Treatment

Age-related macula degeneration (AMD) is the leading cause of blindness in adults over 65. There are two forms of AMD: dry and wet. Approximately 90% of patients with AMD have the dry form and 10% have the wet form. Orriss & Low Optometrists are proud to introduce the 1st approved European treatment for dry age related macular degeneration (AMD).

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Normal vision

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Mild Macula degeneration

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Progressive Macula degeneration

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Dry Age related Macula Degeneration can result in irreversible, severe sight loss affecting ones quality of life. In the last few years a proven treatment for dry AMD has been developed.

Previously patients were expected to stabilise the condition by lifestyle changes, sunlight protection, supplements and the cessation of smoking. Now LumiThera have developed the Valeda device which harnesses photobiomodulation for safe and effective treatment of dry AMD.

Valeda uses low-level wavelengths of light therapy to energise and provide oxygen to the retinal cells.

The lightsite 1 study showed an improvement in vision, increased contrast sensitivity and a reduction in retinal metabolic waste (drusens).

The other benefit of Valeda is a reduction in inflammation and general slowing of the progression of AMD. LumiThera are currently trialling other uses of photobiomodulation suchas for the treatment of diabetic maculopathy.

At Orriss and Low Optometrists we have the sophisticated equipment to firstly diagnose AMD with the use of Optomap retinal imaging and OCT scanners.

The Valeda treatment involves 9 sessions over a 3-week period (1 block). The treatment is repeated every 6 months with our optometrists reviewing and analysing your eye health in between the treatment blocks. The ongoing Valeda treatment is comparable to physiotherapy of the eye.

"Smart premises, professional staff. A thorough eye examination, and no pressure to buy glasses as my prescription was fairly unchanged."

Martin

"Superb eye examinations, that aren’t rushed and the staff are all very friendly."

Helen

"Excellent service. If you have a problem they will always squeeze you in to see someone. Cannot fault them."

Stephen

"Thank you for taking the time to listen to me. Nowadays no one gives you the time of day! Everything was very well explained and left feeling reassured."

James

“I just wanted to say what a great addition Jeannette is to the team, she is so thorough, friendly and kind. I wasn’t feeling my best today so probably wasn’t as chatty as I usually am but please let her know that she was brilliant. Many thanks, Vicky."

Vicky

I'd like to thank Julie for the eye test and to say that I have written to Miss Sebastian re an operation. I was very pleased with my sight test and Julie handled my deafness with alacrity. Not many people do but one other that did is Hannah who did a brilliant job on my ears.
Thank you both!

John S

From a shock diagnosis of cataracts with referrals for urgent surgery to today when I picked up my new glasses I can’t speak highly enough of the service I have received from you. Staff hit that place where they are professional but also friendly and helpful. Nothing was too much trouble. I would highly recommend you to anyone for your excellent service and professionalism. Many thanks for your excellent care.

Jane G

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