computer glasses needed?

Question

im 30 inches away,my perscription glasses do not have a happy medium,even with my bi-focals....off to cvs for computer glasses.now...what strenth would you recommend?..+2...+3...?

thanks people ,mike..

Answer 1

2.25 for me

Answer 2

Hi Mike-
A few ?'s first:
* Was your current bifocal rx done an
Optometrist/Ophthalmologist?
* Are your current spex lined bifocals or
progressive lenses (these are the ideal type
for computer & many other types of
work...as well, the lenses really should have
AR (anti-reflective) coating. It is known to
reduce eye fatigue especially for long hrs on computer.
* MOST IMPORTANT = just going to the local
drug store, etc. to get "off the rack" spex
may actully harm your vision to some extent.
There is more to your eyeglass rx than
meets the eye i.e.- your PD (pupulary
distance), if you have astigmatism (these
OTC spex will not correct these aspects of
your RX & could actually make computer and all viewing worse. This is especially so the more correction you need for your astigmatism.

I sure hope that this info helps, Mike. Just remember this if you deceide to get a new rx , an Optometrist does a fine job (less expensive) and if the Dr _may_ find anything out of the ordinary you will then be referred to an Opthalmologist. Remember!!! The mark-up on eyeglasses are OUTRAGIOUS. Another important point, ask questions to the Optician (they are the people fitting you with your glasses AND trying to get the most $ out of you. Most work on commision and MANY are not State Certified thus have little to no much needed tech. knowledge. Never be afraid to ask any questions. Best of luck! Mary &B^D

Answer 3

Approximately 0.75 to 1.00 LESS than the strength in the strongest, bifocal part of your glasses.

If your distance Rx is +1.50, with a +2.00 add for near,
that would total +3.50, so you'd need about +2.75 in a computer single vision Rx
(ignoring astigmatism and any difference between the two eyes, for this example.)

If you mentioned that you use computers (almost a given, thesse days) an intermediate/computer Rx should have been worked out at your last exam.

Answer 4

Why not ask your eye doctor for advice? You can always try until you find one that work but you can get eye strain from using the wrong one.

Answer 5

I find the 2X work well for me. good luck