Does physio really worth it, ~$680.00 for transition lenses, or is it a rip off?

Question

I have -2.25 and +1.5 on both eyes and wearing multifocal lenses. I work with computers all day every day. Lately i have problems while working at the PC and have to take my glasses off then I have to sit too close to the screen. My optometrist suggested Physio lenses but they are too expensive. Does someone have an answer please? I see people talk about Rx and pentax lenses what is best for a multifocal pair of glasses? thank you

Answer 1

The eye doctor who told you that is trying to rip you off. I have 2 pairs of Transitions for $300 total. Transitions normally don't cost that much. Transitions work really good especially if you have sensitive eye like me. It takes about a week for them to change to sunglasses quickly when you go outside but they're worth it.

Answer 2

No progressive lens will work as well as a basic lined bifocal, if you get bifocals made for the computer distance on top, and reading on the bottom. It'll only cost you about $65 at Walmart to try this out if you go for basic frames and lenses; a bit less if you bring in an old pair of your glasses and just get lenses.

It sounds like you've had a recent eye exam, but I wonder if you don't need a little stronger reading addition, if your accommodation is low enough that you're having trouble seeing the screen through the distance prescription. That's how it was for me, anyway. I went from bifocals with an add of 1.75 to 2.25 and trifocals. The middle segment works great for the computer.

Answer 3

I wear progressives, too and I understand your sticker shock! The Varilux Physio is a lens that is digitally processed to your prescription- and IS the best on the market for wider reading at intermediate and near. The good news is, the parent company (Essilor) also makes a lense identical to the Physio named the Nikon Customized name, and is exclusively sold at Walmart for $389/ a pair (available in Transistions too). This lense is a Hi- Index material, that I highly recommend, because I have worn Hi-Index long before the need for bifocals, and personally and professionally believe Hi-Index is the Best material for those of us that use our eyes for so many different things- home computer, work computer, musician, mr. fix it (work and home).....I love the optics of Hi- Index.
We were told by Essilor that most "optical boutique" type places retail those progressives for between $600-700.

Answer 4

It sounds as if the doctor is prescribing Physio 360. The Physio lenses is less expensive. Same type of grind and works just as well.

Or, you can ask for Zeiss GT2, Shamir Genesis, or Varilux Comfort.

Answer 5

Explain the problem to the Dr. and ask him to prescribre an intermediate Rx for computer work. He will set you up for 18" or whatever the distance is.

Something like - 1.00 each eye might be about right.

Answer 6

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Answer 7

i have no idea what the hell you are referring to, but i will guess anyway. i say 1.5 and go with the pats.