There are things that can be done but your friend would have to dedicate time into it. Show her this article when she has time.
http://www.globaltimes.cn/content/1034341.shtml
If I was her, I would commit to do acupressure on myself, if acupuncture isnt possible. There are also herbs that can be taken to help the eye tissue heal and correct the problem. But since we do not know the overall state of health of your friend, I cannot say much yet. Perhaps Central Force can give you some advice to give to your friend. His specialty is Traditional Chinese medicine.
There are herbs, both chinese and western that she can take for the eye degeneration. Is she open to alternative methods? Many people are not.