A Guide to Comfortable and Clear Vision

Progressive lenses are a popular choice for people who need multifocal correction—meaning they need help seeing things clearly at different distances, like reading a book, working on a computer, or looking at something far away. However, not all progressive lenses are created equal, and understanding how they work can help you choose the best option for your needs.

The Basics of Progressive Lenses

Progressive lenses are designed to correct your vision at multiple distances, all within one lens. The top part of the lens helps you see things that are far away, the middle part is for intermediate distances (like looking at a computer screen), and the bottom part is for close-up activities (like reading).

While this sounds great in theory, there’s a catch: the higher the "ADD power" in a progressive lens—the amount of magnification added to the lens to help you see up close—the more likely you are to experience certain distortions in your vision.

Understanding ADD Power and Its Effects

ADD power is the extra magnification in the bottom part of your lenses that helps you see things up close. But here’s the tricky part: the higher the ADD power, the more distortion you might experience. This distortion can show up as cylindrical and prismatic aberration—fancy terms for the blurriness and warping of your vision, especially around the edges of the lens.

Imagine looking through a glass of water—the image on the other side might appear bent or blurry. That’s similar to what happens with higher ADD powers in progressive lenses. It can make the lenses harder to use comfortably, especially if your daily routine involves a lot of shifting between different distances, like when you’re working on a computer.

The Problem with All-Day Progressive Readers

All-day progressive readers are designed to be used throughout the day for all your visual needs—whether you’re reading, using the computer, or driving. However, they have some limitations. For instance, if you’re working at a desktop computer, you might find that you need to tilt your head up to see the screen clearly through the middle part of the lens (the intermediate section). This can be uncomfortable and lead to neck strain over time.

All-day progressives are great for general use, but they might not be the best choice if your job involves a lot of computer work or close-up tasks. This is where specialized progressive lenses come in handy.

eyeOs^® Offers a Better Solution: 

BestPal™, OfficePal^®, and PcPal^®

eyeOs^® recognizes these challenges and offers three specialized progressive lenses—BestPal™, OfficePal^®, and PcPal^®—designed to make your life easier, whether you're using them for all-day activities or spending significant time working at a desk or in an office environment.

BestPal™: For All-Day Comfort

If you need a versatile solution that works well for most daily activities, the BestPal™ lens by eyeOs^® is ideal. It offers:

• Versatile Vision: BestPal™ lenses are designed for those who need progressive correction throughout the day, providing balanced vision for both near and far distances without the need to switch glasses.
• Comfortable Use: BestPal™ lenses are crafted to minimize the common distortions found in regular progressives, making them a great choice for all-day wear.

OfficePal^®: For Office Use

If you work in an office and need to see both near and far distances without constantly adjusting your head, the OfficePal^® lens is a great choice. Here’s why:

• Balanced Vision: OfficePal^® lenses add a bit of magnification to the top of the lens, which means you don’t have to lift your head as much to see things like a computer screen or a presentation across the room.
• Reduced Distortion: By shifting some of the magnification to the top, OfficePal^® lenses reduce the power of the ADD, which in turn reduces the blurriness and warping (aberrations) that are common in regular progressive lenses. This makes your vision more comfortable and less tiring over long periods.

PcPal^®: The Ultimate in Desktop Comfort

For those who spend most of their day working on a computer, the PcPal^® lens by eyeOs^® is designed to provide ultimate comfort:

• Optimized for Close-Up Work: The top part of the PcPal^® lens has only half the total magnification power. For example, if you need a +2.50 ADD power, the top of the PcPal^® lens will only have a +1.25 ADD. This reduction means less distortion and clearer vision for your computer screen, without needing to tilt your head.
• Minimal Distortion: The PcPal^® lens is designed so that there’s zero distortion in the top portion of the lens and minimal distortion in the bottom portion, making it much more comfortable for extended periods of use. You can work at your desk all day without experiencing the discomfort that comes with traditional all-day progressives.

Why Understanding This Matters

Choosing the right progressive lenses is essential for both comfort and clear vision. If you’re someone who needs glasses for both near and far vision, and you spend a lot of time working on a computer or performing other close-up tasks, it’s worth considering specialized lenses like BestPal™, OfficePal^®, and PcPal^® from eyeOs^®.

These lenses are designed with your specific needs in mind, reducing the common issues associated with regular progressive lenses, like the need to tilt your head or deal with blurred vision at the edges of your lenses. By understanding these factors, you can make a more informed choice and ensure that your glasses not only correct your vision but also fit seamlessly into your daily routine.

Final Thoughts

Progressive lenses can be a fantastic solution for those who need help seeing at different distances. However, not all progressives are the same. The higher the ADD power, the more likely you are to experience distortions, making it important to choose lenses that are tailored to your specific needs. Brands like eyeOs^®, with their specialized BestPal™, OfficePal^®, and PcPal^® lenses, offer advanced solutions that make these challenges easier to manage, ensuring that you can see clearly and comfortably, no matter what your day holds.