Computer Glasses VS Blue Light Glasses (Which Do You Need?)

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Do you use computer glasses or blue light glasses? Both? Which helps you the most?

[@clemence2005]

Hi doctor Allen I have a blue light glasses for sometime now and it helps me a lot since I don’t get headaches for looking at my phone for a long time.

[@YYCEyeGuyGord]

Typically I use just blue light anti reflective glasses, haven't tried computer/office lenses yet, but I just may end up trying em out.

[@naweldaoud7478]

I use blue lights glasses Im 30 years old Can i use the computer classes I'm myope

[@ethanmachoka2126]

I have always wanted to get blue light

[@analarson2920]

I use Natural light behind me, I adjust display brightness in the evening, I also do blinking exercises. See Mimi diLuna eye exercise challenges and Nathan Oxenfeld eye exercises this will greatly improve your vision but also relaxation techniques for goid eye health. Definitely has helped. Also Fumikos face yoga goes over upper body and head posture and use to prevent issues arising anywhere in the head even the eyes, staring is unnatural. Blessings to the journey and good health for all

[@nadine7018]

can we just take a moment and appreciate his shirt xD

[@noneya1691]

I didn't even notice. thanks for the comment.

[@ela13274]

So cool! i want one

[@amanrai6162]

Yeah we can do that

[@HotDog-wy5vw]

OMGG I didn’t even notice that LMAO

[@joelstatosky1817]

Wow it's so taste full and subtle

[@MeneGR]

I use prescription glasses (only about 0.50 - 1.00) , and I opted to have a blue light filter. It makes everything slightly amber, and I like it! It eliminated my eye strain as well, if only the lenses were taller to cover more height.. Definitely on my next pair!

[@gigilmosiako]

Same.5 grade glass I have astigmatism wearing blue light glasses grade really more helpful in my eye bro thanks for if u replyy

[@meghnasrivastava7613]

Hey i do online classes for 4 + hours can I use it?

[@denisemi]

I learn more from your videos than from all eye doctor appointments I’ve ever had. Thanks!

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

I'm so glad! Any other topics you would like to hear about?

[@denisemi]

Doctor Eye Health I like all your videos about eye strain!! Have you heard about any connection between eye strain and TMJ disorders?

[@morettchandon8128]

So true eye doctors are more concerned in taking your money so they leave out very vital information

[@jolivardsaintervesheneido2144]

Hello guys,I want you to Think about the necessity to Protect your eyes against your computer’s bleu light,it very important here's a blocking glasses that reduces the blue light effect more than 90% take a look at them and if you get one it'll be better for the eyes wellbeing and start working and watching without abusing your eyes. barnerbrand.kckb.st/fd1bc53b It’s really important,think about it

[@-shakir5152]

@@DoctorEyeHealth i have nystagmus Can you talk about it

[@DeadBeatCousin.]

Can we take a moment and appreciate this man ability to explain in detail??

[@amitelal221]

🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 00:00 📚 Introduction to Computer and Blue Light Glasses - Introduction to the video comparing computer glasses and blue light glasses. 00:34 🤓 Understanding Computer Glasses - Computer glasses are dedicated for relieving eye strain when looking at a near object, typically a computer screen. - Computer glasses are distinct from reading glasses, designed for a different focal distance. - They reduce muscle tension in the eye and eye muscles, alleviating discomfort from prolonged screen use. 02:25 🌌 Exploring Blue Light Glasses - Blue light glasses are designed to block or filter out harsh blue light from digital screens and LED lights. - They can improve sleep quality by preserving melatonin production. - Many blue light glasses are non-prescription and come with various filtering technologies. 04:14 🎮 Gaming Glasses and Finding the Right Prescription - Gaming glasses often include blue light filters but are typically non-prescription or have very low magnification. - To find the right prescription for computer or reading glasses, consider age-related power requirements: - Under 40: +0.25 to +0.50 - Early to mid-40s: +1.00 - 50 and above: +1.25 to +1.75 (approximations; consult an eye doctor for precision). 06:59 👓 Conclusion and Additional Resources - Summarizes the key points discussed in the video. - Encourages viewers to seek professional guidance for the best-fitting computer glasses. - Offers additional resources and related videos for those interested in eye health and relief from digital eye strain. Made with HARPA AI

[@astrojade4802]

Actually i was given a choice by the eye clinic to choose a total blue type glass and a clear looking glass(with the filter) and i ended up going for the total clear one. Now my eyes gets super sensitive when i see white color. I am thinking of going for the yellow shaded type glasses, hopefully they reduce the stress completely.

[@theonedarac]

I'm using blue light and It's really help my eyes every time i'm using my laptop and phone.

[@benjamindkadoch8993]

Watching Dr. Allen’s videos is always clarifying. Literally. Thanks, Doc. You’re great!

[@rem3287]

Thank you for all the educational videos you make for us. They've been more helpful for me than any doctor I've personally been to. You've helped me choose which blue-light would be best for me and given me lots of ways to help with my very dry eyes! I was wondering if you ever considered making a patreon or some sort of way for people to connect with you and ask you questions about their personal conditions. sort of like a paid doctor appointment.

[@Unlmtdprogress]

I have 2 pair of glasses. One of them is a regular lens. One of them has coating to block blue light.. The one that has the coating really helps reduce eye strain I've noticed, and I can use the computer much longer

[@chexhcatialo3889]

Basically computer glasses have magnification whereas blue light glasses usually don't.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

👍👍💯

[@vipirawat]

Plz suggest me for computer glass. Which should I buy

[@blanc6413]

My blue light glasses have them lucky

[@FearOfDeath1332]

Ya and he took 7 minutes of your life to tell you that.

[@varungoel185]

@@DoctorEyeHealth Even the ones with zero power?

[@pippa2361]

Hi doc! I am 10 years old and just ordered blue light glasses from Claire’s. All of my family wears glasses 🤓 so I got my eyes tested and I have Perfect vision but my I got awful headaches from Online school. So the blue light glasses are perfect for me because I don’t need prescription.

[@princess6099]

My eye doctor recommends me Computer glasses and I dont feel the strain anymore everytime I am using computer/laptop because it zooms in. I am farsighted

[@kavithanair9963]

For eye protection screen you need to check StillerSafe Advanced light control screen which is very good for eyes and your future . Check on google. Wearing anything on your eyes will not help you for long hour work on the laptop. try this screen check reviews on amazon but expensive on amazon cheaper on their website.

[@danielortega6656]

Yo I'm here because of my zoom classes 😂

[@notf1ggty642]

Same

[@Kenny2100vn]

Classes causes Glasses. I am a poet

[@tta1390]

Me too, my eyes have been hurting and I’ve been getting headaches

[@elliot12233]

Same I’m in my computer 6 hours a day and it hurts 😂

[@axosory5892]

@@tta1390 u should go to the doctor,I'm serious, if this continues ur eyes might hurt even more and u might need to put on glasses

[@MyLifeThai371]

I have 20/20 vision. My eyes were starting to hurt and I was getting headaches whenever I used my smartphone. I bought "Gunnar" yellow tinted blue light blocking glasses. Now I can be on the computer and smartphone all day and it doesn't bother my eyes or give me headaches. Best $63 I spent on E-bay!

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Very cool! I like gunnar as well. They make good glasses.

[@factsdebunkedtv6687]

Do you wear them all day?

[@MyLifeThai371]

@@factsdebunkedtv6687 Only when I'm watching TV or using the computer or watching a movie on my smart phone.

[@ancientpho]

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[@itsayushmannn]

The way you explain things man it's soo understandable for newbies.

[@BobFudgee]

This is like the only eye doctor/person i trust on youtube right now

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[@maxjones3694]

This guy is like Daniel Thrasher if he didn't learn piano and spent his time in college to become an eye doctor

[@itsjustlogic7232]

Lol

[@gjesse25]

I said the same thing lmao

[@winstonthepooh9388]

OH MY GOD THATS WHY HE LOOKED SO… FAMILIAH

[@Nearnface]

Lmao

[@sweety12783]

I had no idea there were computer glasses. I’m going to ask my eye doctor about them at my next appointment. Thanks for the information.

[@kavithanair9963]

For eye protection screen you need to check StillerSafe Advanced light control screen which is very good for eyes and your future . Check on google. Wearing anything on your eyes will not help you for long hour work on the laptop. try this screen check reviews on amazon but expensive on amazon cheaper on their website.

[@macster1457]

I used get the +1.00 and thought they were great for computer... until I got prescription computer glasses... wow.. big difference.. specially when one eye is weaker than the other... having the correct computer glasses prescribed makes a huge difference.

[@nelaepowt]

Thank you for the info! My mom bought us anti-rad glasses, imagine my confusion when I didn't know what they're for, haha! Love your shirt, it's really lovely.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Thanks for watching! Glad you like the shirt. I need to find more like it.

[@mina86]

I just use redshift to lower temperature of my display. I have it configured to 4k during the day and 3k during the night. The image looks rather red if you’re not used to it, but you get used to it pretty quickly. I think Windows now has this feature built in somewhere in settings (though I dunno how configurable it is) plus there’s also f.lux.

[@Conqueror1807]

yeah i m using F.lux for over a year but after 2-3 hours my eyes feels strain... and i use my phone 8-10 hours but never felt strain

[@raMmpage18]

@@Conqueror1807 In my experience, the cause of my eye strain is not the color but the brightness of the monitor.

[@marwanak10]

In windows settings search Night light you'll find the feature

[@Nvmbly.]

Love how I get these right after I just got my no prescription plain old blue light glasses.

[@abdulqahar9675]

Have they been effective.

[@Nvmbly.]

@@abdulqahar9675 yes i still have the blue light glasses and they help a ton

[@a-klashinkov-4755]

my man just flexed on us with 28 glasses and a shirt with tiny glasses on them

[@shalminvaikkara8115]

Fr😂

[@dundee1080]

I used gaming glasses for some time... ended up with worst vision then before because of that slight magnification which wasn't mentioned in the description. Now I'm using simple polarized yellow tinted glasses.

[@jamesconnor4479]

I'm an OD and must say you do a wonderful job explaining concepts.

[@andreaschristo1204]

I went to an ophthalmologist and had them analyze exactly what I needed. They did an amazing job and it was life changing for my IT job. However, they didn't see blue light blocking technology as necessary since the sun and being outside provides 100x more exposure.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

For the argument about blue light causing retinal damage, that is true, the sun gives way more blue light energy.

[@xhen12]

Yes but you’re not staring at the sun for 10+ hours a day. Also the sun doesn’t emit only blue light. Since wearing computer glasses my eye floaters have all but stopped and I don’t get headaches and eye strain

[@alittax]

Why can't we reverse your ophthalmologist's argument and say that this means that we need eye protection for outdoors as well? But even if exposure to the sun makes a small difference, why take any chances? It's our health we're talking about.

[@k.a7938]

@@xhen12 home lights also emit blue light

[@curlyhairdudeify]

​@@k.a7938Nope, they don't. Unless, you have bright white lights all over your house.

[@rishisen2424]

This man looks good in every classes

[@infinitymage5906]

Do you know of any blue light glasses that have prescription while at the same time not having too harsh of a yellow tint? I'm an artist so it's vital the colors on the screen aren't affected by the tint of my glasses.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Yes, There is some blue light blocking in a few A/R coatings and even in Transition lenses - but those are best obtained through a local optical or glasses shop.

[@stanleyds]

Hey, could you do a video on bias lighting and whether that's actually helpful in relieving eye strain?

[@hungrydavo]

Great idea. Id be interested in hearing his opinions on this too...

[@mohdabrarhussain6996]

I'm Optometrist from India hyderabad I love to have knowledge as you have I hope I will learn thxx for video 🎥 💐💐💐

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

So nice to have you here!

[@Johnslist]

Cool shirt. Very informative, I bought some low power readers for book reading. My blue light glasses have zero magnification. Initially I thought they helped, but then started trying my readers and found them much better. I don't get eyestrain, but I do notice easier focusing with my readers. I went to eye exam to confirm, I still have 20/20, but she wanted to provise 'reading glasses' mainly because insurance paid, so I waived that to just keep my standard readers. She offered a bigger number than I'm comfortable with, my long distance is superb.

[@YYCEyeGuyGord]

I absolutely love that shirt, may I ask where you got it?

[@agabrielhegartygaby9203]

I already wear transition bifocal lens did not realize it might be possible to add it to my prescription glasses.......Excellent.....

[@abdulazizal-faifi320]

Thanks Doctor for this informative video. I have a question. I did a Lasik surgery two years back and as I'm working in office using my laptop and phone a lot, I decided to wear eyeglasses which are very normal lenses just for the sake of protection to my eyes. I mean there are some protection layers in the lenses but with no vision improvements if you get my point. Is that Ok to have and use?

[@seepranavg]

same doubt here

[@vympel69420]

went to the eye doctor for the first time and confirmed my 20/20, got some "resting" glasses (blue filter+ anti reflex), no magnification or tint, cool vid !

[@cristianrueda2055]

I use a program called F.lux and it helps to lower the blue light from computers

[@JamMonsterFrfo]

Can i get a link dude that sounds great!

[@moetocafe]

I use software for those needs. In most (if not all) modern operating systems, you can set a blue light - reduction mode to kick in at a specific time (for example several hours before your bedtime) and then return back to normal lighting in the morning. Smartphones also have this capability. For eye strain - you can increase the scale from the display settings. So, those needs can be addressed with no need of special tools, other than software settings in your OS. If you're prescribed reading glasses and feel the need to use it, when you're in front of a computer - then, by all means do.

[@inbisatanwar9675]

I am using blue light glasses and also I hit the like button, as you said to do.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Hey thank you! I appreciate that. It helps the channel.

[@inbisatanwar9675]

No problem at all. Thank you for liking my comment and I also started following you on Instagram and would recommend your channel to my friends and my sister too.

[@otiebrown9999]

Dear Allen, I may appear to be your "critic". But not so. I met an OD (who was about -3 Diopters) He was so convinced for the need for the "prevention plus", that he forced his kids to wear the plus, throughout the school years!! When they were not yet nearsighted. Exhaustive research, convinced me that he was right as pure science. Legally, I know you can not do this. But your advice, (of dedicated plus wearing) truly points in that direction. Thank you.

[@breaker1685]

Yes! I use computer glasses combined with blue light screen film. They are so much clearer and eye strain comfortable than my multi focal glasses (which caused me to hold my head at the small band focal length). I set my computer glasses at approx 36" length from the screen. I like to lean back on the office chair and watch video's, etc. I go back to the multi focal glasses especially when typing because the keyboard is naturally too close for the keyboard when a lot of typing is necessary. I also purchase a pair of reading glasses to allow easy book or letter reading, All three glasses sit on top of my printer and I flick them around as required. The reading glasses used infrequently. The multi focal ones used when I want to turn around a bit to view a bit of the TV news or game show.

[@saafquatalsameer6045]

Im using blue light glasses for 3 months.I feel eyestrain if I use pc or phone for 10 hours[online classes] or a little less but usually i use them for around 4 hours. My eyes dont have eyestrain that much now.

[@moonaa7354]

You really inspire me! I hope I can learn to be as knowledgeable as you when I qualify!

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Thank you! Never stop learning, right? I still have so much learn lol.

[@mehrab7fm]

Thanku very much buddy. I have eye strain while using computer. Your videos clarified every aspect of those glasses. Great work.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Thank you! Happy it helped!

[@MH-xy2dz]

Great Video, Keep up the good work. I spend many hours daily in front of my laptop screen and the information you provided were useful to me.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Great to hear! Thanks for the feedback!

[@FenrirsBite77]

Excellent info, thanks for making this video. Started wearing computer glasses with blue light filter, immediately felt a tension relieved.

[@ttgrigoriy]

This video is exactly what I've been looking for. Thank you, doctor! Great video!

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

You're very welcome!

[@ricoz2016]

Very helpful. I'm using a large screen to do a lot of reading online and this will help with tired eyes. Readers with blue light is the way to go!

[@amielmagcawas3158]

Thanks buddy! I learned something beneficial for my son. Thank you for the guidelines and tip. Keep it up your great video.

[@marioavaughn]

I have the glasses for both. The blue light glasses do work very well.

[@harryladkin]

To be honest , I just really don’t want to wear normal glasses when I’m older , because I think they look ugly , I want something to stop damagingly my eyes , so I don’t have to wear them in later days , what do I need 😂

[@studiovibrand]

Better self esteem

[@mcfeenchie]

@@studiovibrand 😭😭😭

[@donstory5097]

@@studiovibrand Damn 💀

[@asdfghjklzxcvbnm3166]

Artisan Design I’m dead 😂

[@austina.c.3532]

Lasik when your eyes finally go 😂

[@Hasa07]

My normal eyeglasses that I need to see better have reflective coating for blue light on the same lens. It's been so much better for my eyes

[@Allessio777]

I use a blue filter in my old style lined trifocal lens...the middle section serves as my computer glasses.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

💯Nice!

[@deborahbarry8458]

Oh I want that!

[@theworddoner]

Thank you for this information. I wasn't aware of computer glasses. I just have blue light filter glasses and have noticed some strain when I'm in front of my computer. Thank you for this information!

[@diablo-sosa]

THANK YOU SO MUCH . was considering getting gaming glasses cuz I recently baught a monitor to play Red Dead and Siege . this was very informative earned my sub bro

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Hey thanks so much! I have not played Red Dead 2 yet but would love to as it looks amazing. I am otherwise trying to get through some older games like Bloodborne.

[@athenariddle1786]

i have a very low prescription and i work infront of a pc. So this was very helpful

[@mariamisayan8647]

Hey, I'm a doctor and shift worker. I spend a lot of time in hospital exposed to white light and spend a lot of time in front of computer screens (EEG-monitoring). I wish to know whether blue light glasses may be good for the white light as well. Or if there is any other choice for preserving normal melatonin production even being on shift. Thank you!

[@KlaraKaze]

I grew up thinking magnifying glasses are bad for our eyesight so watching this video was mindblowing...

[@DapperDanLovesYou]

I recently bought a pair of Gunnar Ellipse Glasses with their 65 amber and .2 magnification! Interested to see how I like them over the coming weeks, but I'm not all too certain about the magnification, as I tend to remove my glasses at home/ long screen use, so that alone will take some "getting used to"

[@CharlieHM]

Hey man! How did you like them? Still wearing them?

[@DapperDanLovesYou]

@@CharlieHM Unfortunately no. The glare and magnification were a bit too much for me, unfortunately.

[@mlaura26]

I use prescription glasses with blue light filter and I found them perfect because I work in the computer all day.

[@kaikai2881]

It's only the second week of our online class and yet my eyes already strain

[@torontonuggets8253]

Exactly

[@peksn]

take some time off the computer every once in a while, the reason they hurt is bc when looking at screens your eyes dont blink as much as they would otherwise and they get dry, but thats it, nothing to do with blue light or anything

[@kaikai2881]

@@peksn oh, i see. i'll keep that in mind next school year. thank you!

[@gotax5306]

This guys or should i say Person is exactly what the word DOCTOR means 🙂 You're the best 👍💯

[@brianchasecook20]

I'm currently using just blue light blockers and still feel eye strain. Thanks for the info!

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Happy to help! Hope things start feeling better

[@adityakoul5861]

U look perfect for being a doctor

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Hahaha thank you! You are too kind

[@areliguerraalid1471]

I literally said "come on Clark Kent" when I clicked on the video lol

[@barbnbirds]

Thank you Dr Allen, your videos are most informative.

[@juanzavala6016]

I do not have any of these, but I been feeling the strain in my eyes. thanks for the info

[@chef_latte]

I am trying to plan out which glasses I need as I use my iPad a lot of my day, and I do wear glasses. Should i go and get some blue-light glasses or should I ask my eye-care professional about getting some computer glasses?

[@RunTheTrackMusic]

SUMMARY: - Comparison between computer glasses and blue light glasses for relieving digital eye strain. - Computer glasses are designed with magnification power for near objects, particularly for the distance of a computer screen. - Reading glasses can sometimes be used as computer glasses, but they're typically optimized for closer objects. - Computer glasses alleviate muscle tension and eye fatigue caused by prolonged screen use. - Blue light glasses have various designs, including reflectors or filtered lenses to reduce blue light exposure from screens and LED bulbs. - Blue light can impact melatonin production and disrupt sleep cycles, making blue light glasses beneficial for some users. - Blue light glasses are often non-prescription and can be combined with computer glasses for added protection. - Gaming glasses are essentially computer glasses with blue light filters, usually available in non-prescription options. - Finding the right power for computer glasses involves considerations such as age and individual eye muscle status, best determined by an eye care professional. - Age influences the appropriate power of computer glasses, with younger individuals typically needing lower powers and older individuals requiring stronger prescriptions.

[@viruspter1dactl]

Me: im scared of losing my eyesight Also me: watches this video at night...

[@kredjjdrjrdkekskdkrmme9256]

Wait what happens if you watch videos at night?

[@viruspter1dactl]

@@kredjjdrjrdkekskdkrmme9256 eye strain and stuff

[@kredjjdrjrdkekskdkrmme9256]

viirus Pter1dactle oh ok thanks lmao 😂☠️

[@avsharma24]

Most relatable shit ever lol

[@ashleydegree9683]

Bro me

[@speedmaster001]

I use 2 types of eyeglasses. When casually walking around on the floor and jumping quick behind the computer, I used my trifocal progressive glasses. When working behind my desk for an extended period of time, I use dedicated computer progressive glasses.

[@EpicATrain]

You should update your description. The whole "Exyra Blue Light Glasses Save 15% with LINK" no longer exists.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Ah yes. This video is a bit older. I will see what we can do

[@mikejohnston1615]

Wow! I am so glad you made this for us. I was trying to figure this out today while at work and found your video and it answered what I needed to know. Blue light glasses off Amazon is what I should get now. Thanks 🙏

[@pricelessann8964]

Hello doc.. İ had Lasik surgery two years ago my eyesight is still good.. İs it advisable to wear an eyesglass for eye protection when using computer?

[@humza9460]

@Lassi Kinnunen lol chill

[@patriciadejesus4051]

I use reading glasses with blue light and I've notice a great difference in my eye sight. I don't get as tired as before.

[@akluv27]

What is the difference between having magnification to help with convergence vs a prism vs a small ADD in the bottom (like Essilor anti fatigue/sightrelax)? I had a concussion and was given a 2 fresnel prism and told to wear them with a no rx lenses for computer work (I am nearsighted with a -2.00 rx for distance). However I was also told I would benefit from a small ADD of 0.6 for my distance lenses, but not to put the fresnel on my distance lenses. Would combining computer glasses with the 0.25 magnification along with the prism potentially provide additional benefit? When would you choose a fresnel prism over magnification for up close reading and vice versa? Similarly when would you choose the 0.25 magnification over the 0.4 ADD (0.4 is the lowest available) of the anti fatigue lenses? From my understanding they all help with convergence but with different mechanisms. There seems to be so many opinions it’s very difficult as a consumer to navigate! Thanks for helping to demystify the eyecare world with your videos!

[@alielkintar9384]

Thank you Dr. Allen for the educational video. I stay almost all my day behind both my laptop and mobile screens. The area around my eyes is very wrinkly, red, tired, and I wake up every day to see bulging below the eyes. Do I need computer or blue light glasses, or both? What glasses are perfect for me? You're a treasure to the community.

[@drhtum]

Hey doc, how about a video on eyewear for driving? It would be really helpful. Thanks in advance.

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Great suggestion!

[@solmoon-biohacking]

Thank you for showing how important is to use a proper blue light blocking glasses. Nowadays there are many fake products. We try to make good quality and affordable products in our Amazon shop.

[@danger_pig]

Can you please do a video explaining whether or not wearing glasses makes your vision worse without glasses over time?

[@sadway5464]

I'm currently using my glasses but with blue light , and how you said many but many of the doctors recommend it.

[@clarissa7428]

When I recently was prescribed glasses for astigmatism (I had blurry vision after staring at my phone and books for too long) my doctor warned me about using them “when I didn’t need them” because of eye-muscle atrophy. He said to use them as a tool when my vision felt strained, but not to use them every time I read, since we want our eye muscles to still “exercise,” as it were (to use your lifting analogy). What do you think about this? Is it better to always use the glasses when reading (on my phone and books) to reduce the amount of weight (5lbs instead of 20) or continue to use the glasses only sometimes?

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

It is difficult for me to fully comment as I was not there for your exam. There is a lot to be said about someones accommodative ability. The nice thing is that accommodation can be trained (to an extent or until presbyopia fully sets in). For most people, true atrophy of the ciliary body is not a real thing. But poor coordination and control of the eye muscles is. I am also not sure how strong your prescription was, where it is usually not appropriate to prescribe a full reading power to someone who is not fully presbyopic. There are different theories on this but most doctors only prescribe 1/3rd to 1/2 of the accommodative demand for reading, as that is usually most comfortable and also allows for engagement of the accommodative system.

[@hunterhess5621]

I use reading glasses to read books. I just sit far enough away from the computer and phone while using blue light glasses. My reading glasses are 1.0 Diopters. Than I use non prescription sunglasses outside

[@abdo7]

Hi, awesome channel! What kind of glasses would you recommend for distance -.75 vision? Generally for everyday (only) indoor use around the house and watching tv etc. I wear contacts out the house. Maybe blue light or just standard computer? Thanks in advance!

[@LadySmartcat]

I have blue light glasses. I game alot and these are the only things that have stopped my headaches.

[@kavanshah5512]

So Awesome video Dr, Love from India, Sir I am having glasses which is having green tint and also blueish tint in it, is it a blue ut lenses please explain?

[@arlyn118ad6]

Hello im watching from Jordan but im from Philippines im 35 yrs old... Last Thursday i go to eyecare here, they said my eyes is good no problem but i feel bad specially if i feel headache, eye pain and everything and i thing i have dry eye also so they told me to use computer eyeglasses and just this afternoon i get my eyeglasses and it feel good...

[@janlouiesaturnino819]

I may not be early, nor last. But when Dr. Allen uploads, I click fast. Hi doc! How are u?

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Love this! I am doing alright. Back in the clinic this week, so it is a new change of pace vs the last few weeks. How are things on your end?

[@janlouiesaturnino819]

@@DoctorEyeHealth Great! It's been great too! I have a question. Do these computer glasses work if you have nearsightedness? Thanks

[@otiebrown9999]

Excellent Suggestion! Wearing a plus lens when working on your computer, greatly reduces eye strain. In fact, some people go from 20/50 to 20/20, but that dedicated strain reduction process!

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Yes, exactly!

[@anthonyaguirre1498]

Hey Otie, as a person who is on computer screen and on phone due to work, What do you recommend I use? You seem to have experience.

[@otiebrown9999]

@@anthonyaguirre1498 From an ODs advice for his children, from 20/50, on my Snellen. 1) Reading at 20 inches, I wear a +2 Diopter. 2) Reading at 10 inches, I wear a +3 Diopter. 3) Now I verify 20/20.

[@lm8056]

Do you recommend any specific computer glasses we can find on Amazon? Or do these need to be prescription?

[@kavithanair9963]

For eye protection screen you need to check StillerSafe Advanced light control screen which is very good for eyes and your future . Check on google. Wearing anything on your eyes will not help you for long hour work on the laptop. try this screen check reviews on amazon but expensive on amazon cheaper on their website.

[@paulwalther5237]

I'm nearsighted so I wear glasses all the time and I'm totally going to get some computer glasses. It makes so much sense that I wish I had done this earlier. I'm literally staring at a computer all day and then take a short break to drive home so I can stare at my computer screen at home to play games, watch KZbin, Netflix, or study maybe. The whole 20/20/20 rule (every twenty minutes, look at something 20 feet away, for 20 seconds) is well and good but who remembers to do that when they're hard at work or really focused on a game, book or movie?

[@ankurjain4673]

Hello Dr Allen, thanks for the clarification between complete glasses and blue filter glasses. I gave a distance cylindrical power in both eyes. Both are different and have different axis. I use anti reflection coated glasses and use the same for computer use as well. I was never recommended to use social glasses for computer usage. Is it ok to continue using the same glasses for computer as well? What are the options?

[@karansonkar2434]

I do live stream for 5-6 hours which glasses should i buy?

[@BobFudgee]

I'm curious as to what your thoughts are on eye strain relief eye drops/

[@kavithanair9963]

For eye protection screen you need to check StillerSafe Advanced light control screen which is very good for eyes and your future . Check on google. Wearing anything on your eyes will not help you for long hour work on the laptop. try this screen check reviews on amazon but expensive on amazon cheaper on their website.

[@nathaliepoortman1243]

I use normal prescription glasses with a blue light filter coating on them for every day, it helps filter the extra stimulus when going about my day. and gives me more peaceful feeling throughout the day then normal prescription glasses.

[@MistressD1va]

I found this video to be wonderfully educational and insightful. Thank you so much! However, I am DEEPLY offended that I found no thirst trap comments about horned rim glasses on the good doctor. Not a single one. The AUDACITY of it all...

[@enriqueleyva7621]

Going to start online school soon, this was super helpful!

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

Glad it was helpful! Best of luck with school!

[@Banditt_Red]

I’m thinking about getting blue light glasses but I’m not sure if I need them or if I just want to be a pretentious ass hole.. I’ll probably get a pair

[@DoctorEyeHealth]

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[@SteveInterdonato]

Excellent from an over 60 guy. My older brother just orded perscription computer glasses with blue light filter built in. I wll also now order a pair for my self and son based on this video of yours. ;-}

[@DachshundPal]

Hi, thank you for the video! Do you recommend any glasses that double as computer AND blue light glasses? I’m finding either or, but would like that double as I read a lot of things on the computer for school