The best glasses for the office
THE BEST EYEGLASSES FOR COMPUTER USE
Spending long hours in front of a computer can strain your eyes and cause problems such as dry eyes, headaches and difficulty focusing.
Choosing the best visual solution for the office is essential to ensure maximum comfort and protect your eyesight. Here are the most effective solutions for those who work at the computer or indoors.
Blue Light Filter Glasses: Essential Protection
Blue light is a natural component of the visible spectrum, with wavelengths between 380 and 500 nm, also known as high-energy visible light.
All new light sources, from LEDs to Xenon light, from energy-saving light bulbs to electromagnetic radiation from your screen, emit blue light.
This particular component of light radiation can cause burning and eye strain in some people. In fact, because of how the components of the eye interact with different wavelengths of light, blue radiation creates greater confusion and greater difficulty in focusing.
Furthermore, blue light, absorbed in large quantities, can also be harmful and increase the risk of developing eye diseases. However, the amount of blue light emitted by a monitor is significantly lower than that which our eyes are exposed to outdoors, where sunglasses provide the best protection.
Effects of Blue Light on the Eyes
✔ Digital Eyestrain: Causes dryness, irritation and difficulty focusing.
✔ Sleep disturbances: prolonged exposure to blue light in the evening can reduce the production of melatonin, disturbing the sleep-wake cycle.
✔ Increased sensitivity to light: May increase glare, especially in environments with LED or xenon lighting.
✔ Long-term risk: Prolonged exposure and large amounts of blue-violet light are associated with an increased risk of eye diseases.
Solution: Blue light filter lenses
Blue light filter eyeglass lenses help reduce eye strain and improve comfort during prolonged computer use.
Main advantages:
✔ Reduce fatigue and improve concentration.
✔ They offer a more relaxed vision by reducing the high contrasts of blue light.
✔ May help regulate circadian rhythm for better sleep.
Blue light filter lenses are available in both corrective and neutral vision for those who have no vision problems but want to protect their eyes.
Anti-reflective lenses: less fatigue, greater clarity
Anti-reflective lenses reduce the glare of artificial light that is reflected on the lens itself, improving the sharpness and quality of the image. The use of this treatment is always recommended for the benefits it brings to vision, especially in the office where the presence of LED and neon lights can greatly tire the eyes.
Why choose lenses with anti-reflective treatment?
✔ Eliminate annoying reflections on the lenses, increasing image sharpness.
✔ Increase visual comfort during the day.
✔ They are more transparent than lenses without anti-reflective treatment, which makes them particularly suitable for those who participate in many video conferences , as they reduce reflections on the lenses, making the gaze more natural.
✔ They protect from UV rays, reducing the risk of sun damage.
What type of lenses should you choose for office work?
Degressive lenses , also known as office lenses , are a type of lenses designed to provide clear vision at near and intermediate distances, ideal for those who have presbyopia (difficulty focusing). They are especially useful for those who work on a computer, read frequently, or perform activities that require detailed visual attention at close range.
These lenses feature a gradual change in power, with a lower zone optimized for reading and an upper portion designed for intermediate vision, typically around 60-70 cm, like a computer screen.
Advantages of using degressive lenses for the office
✔ Greater visual comfort : They allow clear vision at different distances without having to change glasses, reducing eye strain.
✔ Better posture : They avoid unnatural movements of the head and neck, promoting a more ergonomic posture, compared to using normal progressive glasses.
✔ Wide Field of View : Provides a wider, clearer view in close-up and intermediate areas, improving productivity and comfort while working.
Another valid alternative for those who need glasses to use in the office in front of the computer is the creation of monofocal glasses with the correct gradation to see clearly and comfortably at "computer distance". This alternative is particularly useful for those who do not yet need double glasses (far and near) but feel the need for glasses that reduce fatigue in front of the computer.
Lightweight and comfortable frames: design matters
In addition to lenses, the frame also plays a key role in daily comfort. In fact, you should not make the mistake of choosing the frame only based on aesthetics, ignoring the fact that you will have to wear the glasses on your nose all day. Current trends do not always meet functional needs, but it is important to find the right balance.
A good frame to use in the office should be:
✔ Lightweight: research into materials for the creation of frames has given rise to ultra-light glasses, such as those in titanium or special plastics, which guarantee maximum comfort.
✔ Ergonomic : you need to find the perfect frame for your face, which rests well on your nose and ears.
✔ Elegant: A professional and discreet design that fits into the work environment but reflects your personality.
Choose the perfect solution for you
Spending many hours in front of the computer can put a strain on our eyes, causing fatigue, irritation and difficulty focusing. For this reason, choosing the right glasses for office work is not only a question of comfort, but also of long-term visual well-being .
Don't neglect your eyesight! A specialist visit is essential to find the solution that best suits your needs and prevent discomfort related to visual fatigue.