About Computer Glasses

If you have problems focusing while you are using your computer, you may need to wear computer glasses. These are a type of prescription eye wear that is meant only for use when you are on the computer. If your doctor has recommended this for you, you may want to learn specifically what they are and why they are needed.

Computer glasses are meant to improve your vision when you are using your computer. These are prescription eyeglasses, but they are different from regular glasses in several different ways.

Because your computers generally sit 20 to 26 inches from your eyes, it is in a zone called the intermediate zone of vision. This means that it is closer than your distance vision, but further than your near or reading vision. For some people, this vision range is not clear and it can cause computer vision syndrome. People who have computer vision syndrome will also complain of blurred vision after working on computers for any period of time. Eye fatigue and headaches are also common signs that computer glasses are needed.

Computer glasses generally have a single vision lens and are meant to improve the wearer's vision at this intermediate distance only and are not suitable for driving. Multi-focal lenses are also available for computer glasses. They differ from regular multi-focal glasses in that wearers can see their reading materials and the computer only.