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What Glasses Help with Night Blindness?

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Looking out the front window of a car as a couple drives at night.

Driving at night can be daunting for many people, especially when there are very few streetlights to help you see. Night blindness, or nyctalopia, affects how well you see in low-light conditions, which can lead to increased anxiety. A comprehensive eye exam can test your vision in low-light conditions.
Glasses equipped with anti-reflective (AR) coatings or specialized lenses can help improve vision for individuals with night blindness, making nighttime activities safer and more comfortable. Since night blindness can cause difficulties beyond driving, such as walking in dimly lit areas or finding your way inside darkened rooms, these glasses can promote good vision and safety even in low-light settings. […]

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Why Can I Blur My Vision on Command?

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Woman holding a pair of red glasses in focus with her face blurred in the background, illustrating voluntary control over vision focus.

Have you ever been able to blur your vision on command? If so, you may wonder why and how you are able to do this. This unique ability is known as voluntary or intentional blurred vision (IBV), and it is a fascinating phenomenon that has been observed in many individuals.

IBV refers to the act of intentionally changing the focus of one’s eyes from clear to blurry without any external stimuli or objects obstructing one’s vision. In simpler terms, it allows someone to see a blurred image at will.

This ability may stem from a combination of mental concentration and muscle control, allowing individuals to manipulate their ocular perception. […]

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Do Blue Light Glasses Help with Headaches?

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Man rubbing his eyes while working on a computer, holding blue light glasses.

While scientific research is still ongoing, many people find blue light glasses helpful in reducing digital eye strain, which can sometimes lead to headaches. Blue light from digital screens can interfere with your sleep cycle, and this disruption can contribute to headaches and other issues. By wearing blue light glasses, especially during evening hours or extended screen use, you may experience less eye strain and possibly fewer headaches. […]

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Can You Wear Reading Glasses All the Time?

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A woman smiling and trying on glasses in a store while being assisted by an optician or optometrist.

Some of us have trouble seeing things clearly up close, like when trying to read a good book or scanning the menu at a restaurant. Fortunately, reading glasses can make things clear and help prevent eye strain. You may wonder if you can just leave them on for all your daily needs. It’s unlikely that this type of glasses will damage your eyesight, but it may not be a good idea to wear reading glasses all the time. […]

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What to Do if Your Contact Lenses Dry Out

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A dry and damaged contact lens sitting on a gray surface.

First, inspect the lenses for any tears, splits, or visible damage. If there’s anything unusual, dispose of the lens. If the lens is still intact, soak it in a special solution designed for contacts for at least ten minutes; this may help rehydrate the lens. However, it’s generally recommended to replace your contacts if they dry out so you don’t put yourself at risk of damaging your eyes and vision. […]

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