Thursday, February 19, 2009

How to Choose Your Reading Glasses' Strength

By Amanda Somrekli

A growing number of vision therapists believe that a series of eye exercises done daily can help keep your eyes younger. Common sense tells us that exercise is important for all the muscles in the body, and the eye muscles are no different.

They are not medically qualified. They will give you a prescription with a number, against which you can get your glasses made. An eye examination by an ophthalmologist is a good idea as it could diagnose or even rule out other eye problems.

One you can try if you work at a computer all day is to tack a piece of newsprint to the wall, about 8 feet away from your computer terminal. Interrupt your work every 15 to 20 minutes, and focus on the newspaper, then back to your computer screen. Do this several times daily. This exercise can help prevent the blurry vision that some people experience at the end of their workday.

You can get these in stainless steal, gold or silver rimmed or even in trendy plastic, in a variety of shapes and colors. If you are looking for something exclusive, choose handmade frames. Accessories like magnifiers to read really small print, or even in dim light are also available.

Going and trying on a few hundred pairs of glasses till you find a pair you like is normal, the more you try on, the more chances you will find the perfect set of reading eyewear.

Thirdly, since frames come in myriad colors and patterns, it is good to look for a hue that complements your hair as well as your skin tone. But it is also fun to find a whimsical pair that will provide a splash of color, not to mention a great topic of conversation.

If you get a fun pair that you really love, you will want to get a funky necklace to hang them from, so they are on your person at all times. You never know when you'll need them. You may find yourself putting them on more than you have to.

Second, consider the hinges. Standard hinges tend to expand, making for a loose fit over time. If the hinges are made with springs, they stand a better chance of bouncing back from heavy use and handling. The spring also allows for a more comfortable fit every time, since they better conform to your head.

If you've picked some pointers about reading glasses that you can put into action, then by all means, do so. You won't really be able to gain any benefits from your new knowledge if you don't use it.

You might be disappointed with the idea that designer reading glasses are not recommended for you, but there is really nothing needed to fix for your perfectly shaped face.

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