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Screen & Reading Glasses Adults & Children
WHAT ARE SCREEN GLASSES?
Screen glasses (also known as blue light blocking glasses) are eyeglasses designed to reduce the amount of blue light that reaches your eyes from digital screens, such as those on smartphones, computers, tablets, and TVs. Blue light is a high-energy visible (HEV) light that is emitted by these devices, and prolonged exposure has been associated with digital eye strain, discomfort, and possible disruption to sleep patterns.
Key Features of Screen Glasses:
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Blue Light Filtering: The primary function of screen glasses is to filter out or block a portion of the blue light emitted by digital screens. Some lenses have a special coating that absorbs or reflects the blue light.
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Reducing Eye Strain: By blocking blue light, screen glasses can reduce the symptoms of digital eye strain, such as dryness, fatigue, blurred vision, and headaches.
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Improved Sleep: Exposure to blue light, especially before bedtime, can interfere with the production of melatonin, the hormone that regulates sleep. By blocking blue light, these glasses can help maintain healthy sleep patterns.
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Anti-Glare and UV Protection: Many screen glasses come with additional features, such as anti-glare coatings, UV protection, or anti-reflective coatings, which help reduce glare from screens and prevent UV radiation from affecting the eyes.
Overall, screen glasses are a way to improve visual comfort and reduce digital eye strain, especially for people who spend long hours on digital devices.
WHAT ARE READERS?
Readers (also known as reading glasses) are eyeglasses specifically designed to help people see up close, particularly for tasks like reading, sewing, or other activities that require near vision. They are typically worn by individuals who experience the inability to focus on close objects.
Key Features of Readers:
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Magnification Lenses: Readers have lenses with built-in magnification to help you see small text or detailed objects clearly at a close distance. The magnification strength is typically denoted in diopters (D), with common strengths ranging from +1.00 to +3.00
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No Prescription Needed (for Non-Prescription Readers): Many readers are sold over-the-counter, meaning they don’t require a prescription from an eye doctor. You can buy them in various magnification strengths to suit your vision needs. However, if you have specific eye health issues or need correction for both near and far vision (like with bifocals or progressive lenses), a prescription may still be necessary.
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Single-Vision Lenses: Readers generally only offer correction for near vision, making them ideal for activities like reading a book, working on a computer, or doing crafts. They are not designed to correct distance vision or to be worn all day like prescription eyeglasses.
When Are Readers Used?
- Reading Small Print: If you have trouble reading small text on books, newspapers, or labels, readers can provide the magnification needed to make the text clear.
- Working on Screens: People who experience eye strain or discomfort while working at a computer, especially when performing detailed tasks like writing or editing, may use readers to reduce strain.
- Close-Up Tasks: For activities like knitting, crafting, or sewing, readers can help you see fine details more clearly.
