What are "readers"?

As the name implies, readers are eyeglasses made for reading.  They come with lenses pre-made in a variety of strengths.  Readers have the advantage of not requiring a prescription or waiting for custom-made eyeglasses.  However, for people who need different correction strengths for each eye, readers will not correct vision as well and therefore may not provide as much relief from eye fatigue and headaches.

Readers are not for long-distance vision or for driving.  They are also not computer glasses.  The lenses in readers are designed for clear vision at the distance people normally hold a book or newspaper.  Computer screens sit farther away.  So, if you are interested in glasses to help relieve the eyestrain you feel while using your computer, ask us about computer glasses.

Who can wear readers?

Readers are great for someone who does not normally wear glasses, but finds that close-up reading has become more difficult.  This happens to most people starting in their 40's, and is called presbyopia.  Typically, the first sign of presbyopia is having to hold your reading material a little farther away.  Some also experience symptoms of eye fatigue, headaches, or even nausea.

Purchasing readers should not be used as an alternative to getting an eye exam.  Any change in visual needs, such as the change that has you interested in readers, is a sign of needing an eye exam to check for the presence of sight-threatening conditions.  The prescription you get as a result of your exam will help clarify whether readers alone will be enough to ease your visual discomfort while reading.

eyebobs

We carry eyebobs reading glasses, because they

• are high quality, both the frames and lenses
• come in a wide variety of fun, colorful styles
• can be fitted with custom prescription lenses

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