When someone says they get a migraine, it can mean a whole lot of different things. Do you experience migraine attacks intermittently? Every week? Once a year? Every month? There is a wide range of causes of migraine and with the knowledge that each day may be different, there is value in determining the right kind of lenses based on your symptoms. People who experience “chronic migraine” have 15 or more migraine days per month. The attacks also last longer [...continue reading]

You are surrounded by light every day. Whether you are inside or out, it is important to consider the light that you are being exposed to.  LED lights emit mostly blue light.  Sources of LED lights include: Light bulbs  Computer screens  Televisions  Mobile phones  Tablets The more you are exposed to potentially damaging blue light each day, the more important it is to manage your exposure.  You can minimize your exposure by wearing blue light blocking lenses.  You should wear [...continue reading]

Think about a recent restaurant you have been to. What about shopping at the grocery store or waiting in a doctor’s office? How often do you see children using phones and tablets in these situations? Phones and tablets can act as a great distraction. Helping young children deal with waiting during boring errands or waiting for restaurant food to arrive. They can minimize tantrums and anxiety in social situations. Young children are exposed to potentially damaging blue light each day,  [...continue reading]

Too much blue light can impact the type of sleep you get and the chance of developing a migraine.  Blue light is a type of light that tells our bodies to stay awake. If we are exposed to too much blue light during the day, our bodies have a hard time developing what is needed to fall asleep at night.  If you believe you are getting enough sleep at night, but still find yourself tired throughout the day, you should [...continue reading]

LED lights are commonplace and all around us. Yet, the health impacts of LED light exposure are not always positive.  We know that LED lightbulbs can last longer than traditional lightbulbs. Yet, it is important to ask at what cost to us.  New research is consistently showing that the blue light that gets emitted from LED light sources may be harmful to your eyes.  Blue light exposure can also impact the ability of your body to produce melatonin. Melatonin is [...continue reading]

Many research studies and news stories focus on the impact of devices on adults.  Others focus solely on screen time recommendations for infants and young children. It is essential that we do not forget the other group of people who are known to spend an incredible amount of time on devices each day. Teenagers! Teenagers often spend more hours on devices than any other person in their family.  Between using computers and laptops at school, to completing homework online at [...continue reading]

Do you have trouble falling asleep? Do you notice that you wake up frequently throughout the night? Do you wake up feeling fatigued? Insomnia, frequent waking and fatigue are unfortunately very common.  Problems falling and staying asleep bring thousands of people to the doctors every year. Doctors have been noticing an increase in complaints of sleep difficulties.  Fatigue is another common body disturbance. Doctors have noted that people are seeking more advice for managing sleeplessness and feelings of awakeness throughout [...continue reading]

Blue light is all around us. It can be found in natural sunlight. It can also be found in LED light bulbs, television screens, smartphone displays, and computer monitors.  You have heard that blue light can be great. You’ve also heard that it can be potentially damaging.  So when is the right time to wear blue light blocking lenses? Computer Use Anytime that you are using a desktop monitor or laptop computer you should be wearing your blue light blocking [...continue reading]

Migraine headaches can be painful and disruptive to your everyday life. Some people experience migraines once a year. Others have multiple migraines a week.  According to the American Migraine Association, 36 million Americans experience migraine headaches.  What makes people experience migraines, and how can we lessen their impact on our daily lives? Causes of Migraines Physical Triggers: The way your body is positioned can have a dramatic effect on your neck, shoulders, and head. Having neck or shoulder tension, poor [...continue reading]

Lasik surgery has become more and more popular among people needing corrective lenses. The idea of shortening a morning routine, saving money on contact lenses and having clear vision right after waking up is incredibly appealing.  For most people, the shape of the eye and the shape of the cornea do not match perfectly. This can make focusing on objects more difficult.  Some people have difficulty seeing this up close. Others have difficulty seeing things far away. Often glasses or [...continue reading]

Digital eye strain is an ever-increasing phenomenon. As adults, and children, spend more time using screened devices, the reports of digital eye strain are always growing. Digital eye strain, also known as Computer Vision Syndrome, is discomfort that follows prolonged digital device use. The blue light that is emitted from computer screens, tablets, smartphones, e-readers, televisions and gaming systems can be directly related to common symptoms of digital eye strain.  These symptoms include: Headaches Eye pain Blurred vision Dry eyes [...continue reading]