Valeda for Macular Degeneration in San Antonio, TX

Age-related macular degeneration can affect the sharp central vision needed for reading, driving, recognizing faces, and completing everyday tasks. At Wood Vision Source, we provide advanced eye care for patients in San Antonio, including Valeda for certain patients with dry age-related macular degeneration (AMD).
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Valeda is a light-based treatment designed to improve visual acuity in eligible patients with dry AMD. Our team can evaluate your retinal health, determine whether Valeda is appropriate for you, and create a personalized plan for monitoring and managing your vision.

What Is Valeda?

The Valeda Light Delivery System uses photobiomodulation, a technology that delivers specific wavelengths of light to retinal tissue. The treatment is non-invasive and does not involve injections or surgery.

Valeda is FDA-authorized to improve visual acuity in certain patients with dry age-related macular degeneration. Because AMD can vary significantly from one person to another, a detailed eye evaluation is necessary before treatment is recommended.

Who May Be a Candidate for Valeda?

Valeda is intended for specific forms and stages of dry AMD. During your evaluation at our San Antonio office, we assess the health of your macula and retina to determine whether treatment may be appropriate.

Factors we may consider include:

• The type and stage of dry macular degeneration

• Changes in central vision

• The presence and size of drusen

• Areas of geographic atrophy

• Your current visual acuity

• Your overall retinal and eye health
  
  

Not every person with macular degeneration is a candidate for Valeda. Our doctors will explain your findings and discuss the options that fit your individual condition.

Understanding Dry Age-Related Macular Degeneration

Dry AMD develops when the macula, the central portion of the retina responsible for detailed vision, undergoes gradual changes over time. One common sign is the accumulation of drusen, which are deposits beneath the retina.

Many patients initially notice few symptoms. As AMD progresses, they may experience blurred central vision, difficulty seeing fine details, reduced contrast, or a greater need for brighter lighting. Regular retinal evaluations are important because changes can occur gradually and may not always be noticeable right away.

Advanced Macular Degeneration Care in San Antonio

At Wood Vision Source, we use advanced diagnostic technology to closely evaluate the retina and monitor changes in eye health. Our goal is to identify concerns early, explain your condition clearly, and recommend care based on your specific needs.

For patients who qualify, Valeda offers a non-invasive treatment option for dry AMD focused on improving visual function. We will also continue to monitor your macular health over time so that changes can be addressed appropriately.

Schedule a Valeda Evaluation in San Antonio

If you have dry age-related macular degeneration or have noticed changes in your central vision, schedule an evaluation to learn whether Valeda may be appropriate for you. Contact Wood Vision Source at 8910 Bandera Rd, Ste 105, San Antonio, TX 78250, or call (210) 796-0079 to schedule your appointment.