Would you recommend the glasses that turn into sunglasses to elderly people?

Question

Do you think they take too long to turn back to normal glasses, staying dark for too long? Does anyone have any personal experience of this? I am concerned that my gran (in her 80s) may find them too dark when she goes back inside and may risk falling over. Please respond ASAP. Thank you.

Answer 1

They turn colour really fast anyway...from light to dark and back again. I have never had a problem with any pair I've bought.

And, honey, I can guarantee you that your Gran will not be moving really fast going ANYWHERE. The glasses will have more than enough time to change by the time she makes it through the door.

It is a GOOD idea to get them. They'll help protect her eyes from the sun's glare.

I wish I had a granddaughter that would think of buying ME a pair of these!

Answer 2

FYI: Those sunglasses that are a metalic blue are for bright sunny days-especially on the water.
Amber ones are for hazy days.
Dark glasses protect to a degree from sun but are NOT as good as the blue or green tinted ones.
Folks buy the blue/green tinted ones because they look cool but they are great for bright days and were designed for that reason.
Glasses that turn dark and then shade back when you go indoors are a hazzard for anyone-they don't change quick enough.
Best bet: The blue tinted one-remove when going indoors-not to mention how hip she will look (bonus part).

Answer 3

I have been wearing them for about 2 years and they are great. I don't find any problem with them turning back but there are different types so maybe some lighten quicker than others. Get some expert advice is probably best
I am 73 by the way

Answer 4

I agree with Karen H, they take too long to change. While I haven't quite reached the title of elderly I still find they take too long to change and can be dangerous on bright days when going back inside. On the other hand if she wants them then it would be difficult to stop her so let her try but if possible be around for the first few days so you can guide her if necessary.

Answer 5

I wore them years ago when they first came out. I wore them from the moment I got up to when I went to bed. After about two years I started to get a sharp pain in both eyes. I was referred to an ophthalmologist at the local hospital and he told me that because the glasses were doing the work of the iris, my irises had started to atrophy though lack of use! It's now 20 years since I stopped wearing them and I still on occasion get a pain in my eyes.

Answer 6

I have tried them,I would not recommend them to anyone elderly or not.
I am elderly,I have not had a good experience with them,I had perscription glasses and sometimes I would attempt to arc weld while wearing them under a welding hood and it was impossible.
I also found in driving, when you made the transition from bright sunlight to a tunnel or underpass they did not adjust fast enough and for a brief moment you were blind,this is not good at 70 mph.

Answer 7

I used to have a pair a good few years ago. They didn't go very dark, and didn't take very long to change to normal. I did used to wait a few second though when I first went indoors.
I think now you can get ones that react fairly quickly. She should have a word with her optician, perhaps you could go with her next time.

Answer 8

Yes I would recommend them. I have them, okay I'm in my late 50s, but have sensitive to light eyes now thanks to my diabetes medication.
It depends on how dark the glasses get, they do vary in degrees of how dark they get. When she goes to have her eyes checked, have her ask about them.
Plus, when she goes inside all she has to do is wait a couple of seconds before she goes further in the house so they can start turning back.
I wouldn't be able to go out without mine.

Answer 9

No, I wouldn't advise it. When you come away from the light, it takes a while to get adjusted. When you are driving say into a tunnel, it may cause problems to the elderly. To your granny, coming indoors from the garden may cause problems. Remember adjustment time gets longer with age.

Answer 10

i do no longer see why no longer. basically take them to an eyeglass place and ask. they'd desire to have the potential to pop the lenses out and placed usually happening eye glass lenses in. they're going to probable decide directly to furnish you a watch examination first nevertheless so be arranged for that.