Hi. Are there any post operative skiers in the forum?
I have early stage cataracts and thus far, the worst visual problem I have is in low and flat light skiing. It has become difficult to see the terrain and bumps in anything less than bright light.
I read that some IOLs are associated with reduced contrast sensitivity and wonder if that would be detrimental to vision on snow? Has anyone had any experience with this?
TIA
You will absolutely experience a drop in acuity at low(er) lights with any given lens.
Some lens types are worse than others in this order: from “worst” to “OK” 1.Trifocal, 2.EDOF, 3.Monofocal Plus, 4. Monofocal.
Assuming you’re going for distance correction (farsighted):
-Will you still enjoy skiing after surgery? Yes you would.
-Will you be able to see every snowflake on the slopes like you used to? In bright daylight most likely yes. In low light, dusk or artificial lighting, I wouldn’t count on it.
Best is to expect great functional vision where your normal day to day life will be back to normal. In terms of sports where vision acuity, hand/eye coordination, speed and quick decision making is crucial, then you will experience challenges in low light environments.
If you’re at a competitive level, I recommend you adjust your expectations based on these realities.
Many thanks for the reply.
I suppose it’ll come down to whether or not I find myself being better off with IOLs or cartracts (as the progress) & I guess there’s no way of knowing until it’s done.
I realise that no lens is going to be perfect.
Thank you again.