{"id":91596471259,"date":"2021-12-06T11:18:52","date_gmt":"2021-12-06T10:18:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/neue-augen.de\/blog\/nicht-kategorisiert\/reading-glasses-10-things-to-keep-in-mind\/"},"modified":"2026-07-14T14:07:33","modified_gmt":"2026-07-14T12:07:33","slug":"reading-glasses-10-things-to-keep-in-mind","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/neue-augen.de\/en\/blog\/presbyopia\/reading-glasses-10-things-to-keep-in-mind\/","title":{"rendered":"Reading glasses \u2013 10 things to keep in mind"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before deciding to buy <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reading glasses<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, many people first try <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to leave <\/span>an incipient<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">presbyopia<\/span> untreated. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over time, however, this becomes increasingly difficult: the newspaper or the book must be kept further and further away from the eye. Reading normal font sizes no longer wants to succeed. Relatives or friends are already asking if it <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> would be<\/span> time for<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reading glasses<\/span>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These signs almost certainly indicate <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">presbyopia<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 a perfectly normal process with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">age<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. And yet, you should see your ophthalmologist as soon as you <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> notice <\/span>a change in your<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">vision<\/span>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thus, on the one hand, serious eye diseases can be ruled out and, on the other hand, treatment options for <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">presbyopia<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can be considered.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of them is the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reading glasses<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which is why this post is about them. From the different types and benefits to the requirements for optical sunglasses to possible alternatives \u2013&nbsp;here are 10 things you <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> should know about<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> reading glasses<\/span>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-9b7701b4 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/neue-augen.de\/alterssichtigkeit\/\">Learn more about presbyopia<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"1-reading-glasses-%25e2%2589%25a0-reading-aid\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Reading glasses<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2260 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reading aid<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reading glasses<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reading aid<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 is there a difference? The answer is yes! Both are <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">visual aids<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that support you <\/span>in your<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">presbyopia<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. However, they differ significantly in their quality and the duration for which they are designed.<\/span><br><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are the following differences<\/span> between<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> reading<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> glasses<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span>reading aids:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Reading glasses<\/b><b>:&nbsp;<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">individual reading glasses<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> will be made by the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">optician<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or ophthalmologist on the basis of an <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">eye<\/span> test<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Not available in the drugstore.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>Reading aid<\/b><b> (<\/b><b>ready-to-read glasses<\/b><b>):<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reading aid<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is an off-the-shelf product.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Available in drugstore or online store<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No individual adjustment to your visual impairment and diopter value.&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">right reading glasses<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for you should therefore meet certain quality standards and absolutely meet your individual needs if you want to wear them for longer. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reading aids<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, on the other hand, should only be used to bridge the gap. You will find out why in the next chapter.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"2-the-catch-with-cheap-reading-glasses\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. The catch with cheap <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reading glasses<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Over time, the reading glasses should also match your own style \u2013 so it&#8217;s no wonder that many people choose a new model more often than necessary. In order to save money, the choice often falls on cheap ready-to-read glasses off the shelf. But the question arises: is such a visual aid really the best solution in the long term?<\/span><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In general, you should only use such a reading aid as a second or third pair of glasses. Over-the-counter reading aids are usually single-vision lenses. If there is more than half a diopter (DPT) difference between the two eyes, they can cause a headache when reading. In addition, such a visual aid is not adapted to your individual face shape. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even if the wearing comfort may be convincing at first, ready-to-wear glasses often lack the necessary fine-tuning by the optician. This not only ensures the right visual acuity, but also pays attention to important details such as the exact centering of the lenses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The individual eye distance plays a decisive role in this \u2013 if this is not taken into account correctly, dizziness, nausea or general malaise can be the result.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"koennen-meine-augen-gelasert-werden\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I get rid of my reading glasses by laser eye surgery?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Use the laser eye aptitude test to find out whether you are suitable for laser eye treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wpforms-container wpforms-form-abandonment wpforms-block wpforms-block-f70ea6f0-4417-42e5-a7db-900d2058e304 wpforms-render-modern\" id=\"wpforms-91596470758\"><form id=\"wpforms-form-91596470758\" class=\"wpforms-validate wpforms-form wpforms-ajax-form\" data-formid=\"91596470758\" method=\"post\" enctype=\"multipart\/form-data\" 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data-field-type=\"layout\" data-field-id=\"30\"><h3 class=\"wpforms-field-label\">\n\t\t\t\tHow many diopters do you have?\n\t\t\t<\/h3><div class=\"wpforms-field-layout-rows wpforms-field-large\"><div class=\"wpforms-layout-row\"><div class=\"wpforms-layout-column wpforms-layout-column-50\"><div id=\"wpforms-91596470758-field_12-container\" class=\"wpforms-field wpforms-field-select wpforms-field-select-style-classic\" data-field-type=\"select\" data-field-id=\"12\"><label class=\"wpforms-field-label wpforms-label-hide\" for=\"wpforms-91596470758-field_12\" aria-hidden=\"false\">Diopters (left) <span class=\"wpforms-required-label\" aria-hidden=\"true\">*<\/span><\/label><select id=\"wpforms-91596470758-field_12\" class=\"wpforms-field-large wpforms-field-required\" name=\"wpforms[fields][12]\" required=\"required\"><option value=\"\" class=\"placeholder\" disabled  selected='selected'>Select left eye<\/option><option value=\"more than +5\"  class=\"choice-1 depth-1\"  >more than +5<\/option><option value=\"+5\"  class=\"choice-2 depth-1\"  >+5<\/option><option value=\"+4\"  class=\"choice-3 depth-1\"  >+4<\/option><option value=\"+3\"  class=\"choice-4 depth-1\"  >+3<\/option><option value=\"+2\"  class=\"choice-5 depth-1\"  >+2<\/option><option value=\"+1\"  class=\"choice-6 depth-1\"  >+1<\/option><option value=\"0\"  class=\"choice-7 depth-1\"  >0<\/option><option value=\"-1\"  class=\"choice-8 depth-1\"  >-1<\/option><option value=\"-2\"  class=\"choice-9 depth-1\"  >-2<\/option><option value=\"-3\"  class=\"choice-10 depth-1\"  >-3<\/option><option value=\"-4\"  class=\"choice-11 depth-1\"  >-4<\/option><option value=\"-5\"  class=\"choice-12 depth-1\"  >-5<\/option><option value=\"more than -5\"  class=\"choice-13 depth-1\"  >more than -5<\/option><option value=\"I don&#039;t know\"  class=\"choice-14 depth-1\"  >I don&#8217;t know<\/option><\/select><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wpforms-layout-column wpforms-layout-column-50\"><div id=\"wpforms-91596470758-field_14-container\" class=\"wpforms-field wpforms-field-select wpforms-field-select-style-classic\" data-field-type=\"select\" data-field-id=\"14\"><label class=\"wpforms-field-label wpforms-label-hide\" for=\"wpforms-91596470758-field_14\" aria-hidden=\"false\">Diopters (right) <span class=\"wpforms-required-label\" aria-hidden=\"true\">*<\/span><\/label><select id=\"wpforms-91596470758-field_14\" class=\"wpforms-field-large wpforms-field-required\" name=\"wpforms[fields][14]\" required=\"required\"><option value=\"\" class=\"placeholder\" disabled  selected='selected'>Select right eye<\/option><option value=\"more than +5\"  class=\"choice-1 depth-1\"  >more than +5<\/option><option value=\"+5\"  class=\"choice-2 depth-1\"  >+5<\/option><option value=\"+4\"  class=\"choice-3 depth-1\"  >+4<\/option><option value=\"+3\"  class=\"choice-4 depth-1\"  >+3<\/option><option value=\"+2\"  class=\"choice-5 depth-1\"  >+2<\/option><option value=\"+1\"  class=\"choice-6 depth-1\"  >+1<\/option><option value=\"0\"  class=\"choice-7 depth-1\"  >0<\/option><option value=\"-1\"  class=\"choice-8 depth-1\"  >-1<\/option><option value=\"-2\"  class=\"choice-9 depth-1\"  >-2<\/option><option value=\"-3\"  class=\"choice-10 depth-1\"  >-3<\/option><option value=\"-4\"  class=\"choice-11 depth-1\"  >-4<\/option><option value=\"-5\"  class=\"choice-12 depth-1\"  >-5<\/option><option value=\"more than -5\"  class=\"choice-13 depth-1\"  >more than -5<\/option><option value=\"I don&#039;t know\"  class=\"choice-14 depth-1\"  >I don&#8217;t know<\/option><\/select><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div id=\"wpforms-91596470758-field_6-container\" class=\"wpforms-field wpforms-field-pagebreak\" data-field-type=\"pagebreak\" data-field-id=\"6\"><div class=\"wpforms-clear wpforms-pagebreak-left\"><span class=\"wpforms-page-button-group\"><button class=\"wpforms-page-button wpforms-page-next wpforms-disabled\"\n\t\t\t\t\tdata-action=\"next\" 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for=\"wpforms-91596470758-field_16_9\">Other<\/label><\/li><\/ul><\/fieldset><\/div><div id=\"wpforms-91596470758-field_17-container\" class=\"wpforms-field wpforms-field-checkbox wpforms-list-inline\" data-field-type=\"checkbox\" data-field-id=\"17\"><fieldset><legend class=\"wpforms-field-label\">Do you have one or more of the following general medical conditions? <span class=\"wpforms-required-label\" aria-hidden=\"true\">*<\/span><\/legend><ul id=\"wpforms-91596470758-field_17\" class=\"wpforms-field-required\"><li class=\"choice-1 depth-1\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wpforms-91596470758-field_17_1\" name=\"wpforms[fields][17][]\" value=\"Diabetes\" aria-errormessage=\"wpforms-91596470758-field_17_1-error\" required ><label class=\"wpforms-field-label-inline\" for=\"wpforms-91596470758-field_17_1\">Diabetes<\/label><\/li><li class=\"choice-2 depth-1\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wpforms-91596470758-field_17_2\" name=\"wpforms[fields][17][]\" value=\"High blood pressure\" 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class=\"wpforms-submit-spinner\" style=\"display: none;\" width=\"26\" height=\"26\" alt=\"Loading\"><\/div><\/form><\/div>  <!-- .wpforms-container -->\n\n\n<h2 id=\"3-there-are-clear-signs-that-you-needreading-glasses\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. There are clear signs that you <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> need<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reading glasses<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The deterioration of vision in old age is, as already mentioned, completely normal. At the beginning, those affected notice that they see less well at close range than usual. This manifests itself, for example, when reading the newspaper or looking at your smartphone.<\/span><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Especially when the symptoms are still not very pronounced, they can still be compensated for relatively well by, for example, holding the text further away from the eyes. At some point, however, the stretching of the arms is no longer sufficient to be able to see clearly.<\/span><br><br><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If these signs apply to you, then you may have presbyopia and need reading glasses:&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seeing at <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">close range<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> becomes much more difficult<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fast switching between near and far vision is no longer easy<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Letters blur<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tired eyes and headaches while reading<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Do not ignore these signs and make an appointment with the ophthalmologist. From my experience as an ophthalmologist, I know that many limitations in quality of life can be prevented by early diagnosis.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"4-reading-glasses-from-40-are-not-uncommon\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Reading <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">glasses<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from 40 are not uncommon<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Presbyopia begins in most people around the age of 40. Even before that, from the age of 35, vision changes. A perfectly normal sign of aging and nothing to worry about.<\/span><br><br><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We all age throughout our lives. Our eye lens is no exception to this, and so the near point (the closest possible point at which sharp vision is possible) becomes increasingly distant from adolescence. For a long time, we notice little or nothing of this.<\/span><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This changes from about 40 years: From here on, the near point is often so far away that the change in everyday activities \u2013&nbsp;such as reading \u2013 becomes increasingly clear. Accordingly, it is not uncommon to reach for reading glasses from about this age.<\/span><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By the way \u2013 a widespread myth about presbyopia is that women are affected by it earlier and more often. This is a misconception: in fact, however, it is the case that women tend to do something about the decreasing visual impairment earlier and then often wear reading glasses.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"5-presbyopia-cannot-be-directly-prevented\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Presbyopia<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> cannot be directly prevented<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Presbyopia<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can affect anyone. Lens hardening is a completely normal process that occurs with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">age<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and ciliary muscles also weaken with age. Unfortunately, this process cannot be stopped or reversed.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><b>However, what you can do is:<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><b>Pay attention to your overall eye health<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: While there is little you can do about the aging process in the eye, you can help reduce the severity of symptoms. To do this, you should pay attention to your overall eye health and have other eye complaints treated to allow for better vision overall. Dry eyes, AMD or cataracts can also be prevented to a certain extent.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><b>Let the symptoms of presbyopia be clarified and treated<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Something can be done about the symptoms of presbyopia. Have your eyes checked by the ophthalmologist to rule out serious eye diseases and to discuss the options for treating presbyopia.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"6-in-addition-to-reading-glasses-there-are-other-glasses-for-presbyopia\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. In addition to reading glasses, there are other <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">glasses for presbyopia<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The right reading glasses differ not only in the shape of the glasses and the frame. In particular, the types of spectacle lenses can be different. For example, if you suffer from more than one visual impairment at the same time, we recommend reading glasses that compensate for these visual impairments together.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is best to clarify which reading glasses are right for you with your ophthalmologist. As an overview, you will find below a list of possible glasses against age-related visual impairment. And by the way \u2013&nbsp;it is also possible<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">to wear contact lenses if you have presbyopia.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"highquality-reading-glasses-from-the-optician-vs-cheap-readytouse-reading-glasses\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High-quality reading glasses<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> from the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">optician<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> vs. cheap <\/span>ready-to-use reading<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> glasses<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Classic reading glasses, which are only designed for activities such as reading, are one of the so-called single vision glasses. It compensates for a single diopter range (e.g. +1.25 dpt), but is removed when viewing at a distance.<\/span><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With classic glasses, high-quality reading glasses from the optician can be distinguished from those that are available at petrol stations or in drugstores, for example. These reading aids are not necessarily inferior to the reading glasses from the optician in terms of design and processing, but often in terms of accuracy of fit. Because the optician adjusts the fit and visual acuity exactly to your face and eyes to improve comfort.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"bifocal-glasses-amp-trifocal-glasses-with-multiple-prescriptions\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bifocal glasses &amp; trifocal glasses with multiple <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prescriptions<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The bifocal glasses are a special shape of glasses that combine two different lens thicknesses. In the upper part of the spectacle frame is the spectacle lens, which corrects short-sightedness or farsightedness. The lower lens compensates for presbyopia. The lower part can thus also be seen as integrated reading glasses.<\/span><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are also trifocal glasses. These reading glasses also come with a third section of glass, which allows you to see clearly at medium distances. These glasses allow you to perceive all areas of vision.&nbsp;<\/span><br><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As you can see from the figure, the different glass sections are clearly separated from each other.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"639\" src=\"https:\/\/neue-augen.de\/app\/uploads\/2021\/12\/trifokalbrille-prinzip-funktion-lesebrille-neue-augen-banyai-augenheilkunde-1024x639-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-91596457316\" srcset=\"https:\/\/neue-augen.de\/app\/uploads\/2021\/12\/trifokalbrille-prinzip-funktion-lesebrille-neue-augen-banyai-augenheilkunde-1024x639-1.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/neue-augen.de\/app\/uploads\/2021\/12\/trifokalbrille-prinzip-funktion-lesebrille-neue-augen-banyai-augenheilkunde-1024x639-1-300x187.jpg 300w, https:\/\/neue-augen.de\/app\/uploads\/2021\/12\/trifokalbrille-prinzip-funktion-lesebrille-neue-augen-banyai-augenheilkunde-1024x639-1-768x479.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"progressive-glasses-instead-of-classic-reading-glasses\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Progressive glasses instead of classic <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reading glasses<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">?<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you already suffer from several refractive errors, such as nearsightedness and presbyopia, then progressive vision glasses are a possible option for you instead of classic reading glasses.<\/span><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The varifocal glasses are very similar to trifocal glasses and are also part of the multifocal glasses. It compensates for nearsightedness or farsightedness as well as presbyopia. However, the difference lies in the lens. The three areas that compensate for the refractive errors merge smoothly into each other. In other words, they provide a &#8220;sliding&#8221; view. Hence the name progressive spectacles.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Such <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">glasses<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have some advantages over single vision glasses. These are:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No annoying removing and putting on the different single vision glasses&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No &#8220;bouncing&#8221; of the images thanks to the sliding view<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The optics: the different lenses have no visible dividing line, so progressive lenses look much more discreet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u200bHowever, there are also disadvantages of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">progressive<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> spectacles, such as:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u200bIf you start wearing late, you will usually only get used to the field of vision of the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">progressive<\/span> spectacles slowly<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite the large selection, the prices of <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">progressive<\/span> spectacles can<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> be comparatively high.<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sharp vision is less possible at the edges of the lenses (head must be moved more accordingly).<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"computer-glasses-or-screen-glasses\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Computer<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> glasses or <\/span>screen<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> glasses<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you spend most of your work in front of a computer, it is recommended that you <\/span>think about<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> screen<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> glasses or computer glasses.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It has the same functions as <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">progressive<\/span> spectacles. The upper zone allows you to see clearly (two to three metres). The lower part of the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lens<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> improves your view of the keyboard and notes you <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> have in front <\/span>of you<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> at close range<\/span>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An additional point is that the computer glasses have a large range of vision for the short and medium distances. This is the middle part of the <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lens<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and gives you a good and clear view directly on the monitor.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tip: <\/span>Progressive<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> glasses<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">contact lenses<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or &#8220;normal&#8221; glasses can often hardly meet the requirements for long working hours in front of the computer. That is why the cost of computer glasses is very often even borne by the employer.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"sunglasses-with-prescription-incl-uv-protection\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sunglasses with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prescription<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">incl.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UV protection<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sunglasses to enjoy life outside, for example lying in the sun with your favourite reading in your hand: for this to be possible, your <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">prescription<\/span> sunglasses should<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> not only be tinted. It should also ensure safe <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UV protection<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You should pay particular attention to this when buying optical sunglasses:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Optimal adjustment of your diopter value \u2013 best with an optician or ophthalmologist&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Protection against harmful UV-A and UV-B radiation only with guaranteed <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">UV protection<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (pay attention to the CE mark)&nbsp;<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let your optician <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> advise<\/span> you on the correct filter thickness and coating of the<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">lenses<\/span>!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"reading-glasses-with-blue-light-filter\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reading glasses<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> with <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">blue light filter<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blue light can be very distressing to your eye in the long run. You are especially in front of a computer or various monitors when using your smartphone or exposed to car headlights. Many modern lamps are also equipped with LEDs, which contain a very high proportion of blue in white light.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blue light filter<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">glasses protect you from these harmful blue components in the light. Features of blue light filter glasses are:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">slight yellowish tint (5 to 7%), which is not noticeable in everyday life<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">100% suitable for everyday use<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"7-the-reading-glasses-can-also-be-stylish\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. The <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reading glasses<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> can also be stylish<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Many people see reading glasses as a visible indication of their own aging and feel uncomfortable with them. On the one hand, this does not have to be because aging \u2013&nbsp;including that of the eyes \u2013 is a part of life that affects us all. And on the other hand, there have long been<\/span> fashionable <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reading glasses that even underline your personal look.<\/span><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Because the shape and colour of reading glasses are diverse. Whether Havana pattern, striking brown, noble blue or elegant black: with stylish reading glasses, hardship can be made a virtue.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"8-reading-glasses-should-be-adjusted-regularly\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. Reading glasses<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> should be adjusted regularly<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once presbyopia has started (usually around the age of 40), the process progresses until around the age of 65. During this time, it can be assumed that the presbyopia will continue to worsen.<\/span><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Accordingly, it is necessary to adjust the reading glasses again and again in order to compensate for the increasing visual impairment in the best possible way.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"9-often-it-is-not-only-presbyopia-that-needs-to-be-compensated-for\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9. Often it is not only <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">presbyopia<\/span> that needs to<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> be compensated for<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Presbyopia can also occur in combination with nearsightedness (myopia) and farsightedness (hyperopia). You can find out how these relationships are to be evaluated in the following lines.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"presbyopia-and-shortsightedness\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Presbyopia<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and short-sightedness<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Short-sighted people do not see clearly in the distance. This happens when there is a disproportion between the refractive power of the eye and the length of the eyeball. <\/span><br><br><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With nearsightedness combined with presbyopia, many nearsighted people tend to leave out the distance glasses for reading. Sharp vision, both near and far, is no longer possible with the same pair of glasses. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"presbyopia-and-longsightedness\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Presbyopia<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and long-sightedness<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With farsightedness, you can see distant objects clearly. Difficulties occur in the vicinity, such as reading a magazine or looking at it from the mobile phone display. The reason for this is that the eyeball is too short. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Likewise, an altered refraction of the cornea or lens can also lead to farsightedness. The refraction of light in the eye is therefore no longer sufficient to see nearby objects clearly.<\/span><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If presbyopia is added to farsightedness with increasing age, one often also speaks of &#8220;presbyopia&#8221;. At the latest with this combination, you will no longer be able to cope well without reading glasses.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"10-there-are-alternatives-to-reading-glasses\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10. There are alternatives to <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">reading glasses<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Presbyopia can be compensated for by glasses, contact lenses or a surgical procedure.&nbsp;<\/span><br><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you opt for glasses, then reading glasses or progressive glasses are suitable for you.&nbsp;<\/span><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In order to compensate for your presbyopia by means of an operative procedure, the use of a multifocal lens is a very safe and promising method. But methods such as PRESBYOND\u00ae or Monovision can also provide lasting relief.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-9b7701b4 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/neue-augen.de\/linsenaustausch\/\">Learn more about lens implantation!<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"treatment-by-refractive-lens-exchangenbsp\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Treatment by refractive lens exchange <\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In refractive lens exchange, also known as RLE (refractive lens exchange), the body&#8217;s own <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">eye lenses<\/span> are<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> removed because they can no longer adequately adapt to near vision.<\/span><br><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instead, multifocal artificial lenses are usually used, with which you can see clearly at different distances.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"laser-eye-treatment\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Laser eye treatment<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Another alternative to reading glasses is laser eye surgery. In my practice, people are often surprised when I tell them about these possibilities, because they are still comparatively new and therefore not yet known to many patients.<\/span> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In our specialised laser eye centres in Stuttgart and Karlsruhe, we offer you precisely such innovative procedures. Please make an appointment for a personal consultation and find out whether you too are eligible for laser eye treatment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However, at B\u00e1nyai Neue Augen we have both the know-how and the equipment to successfully use innovative processes such as PRESBYOND \u00ae and Monovision.<\/span><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">These two procedures are extremely gentle and are based on a similar principle: one eye is lasered to see at a distance, the other for close range. The brain can then generate a sharp image for different distances from these two sensory impressions.<\/span><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Would you like to know whether laser eye treatment would be suitable for you? <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-9b7701b4 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/neue-augen.de\/en\/laser-eye-suitability-test\/\">To the eye laser aptitude test<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"617\" src=\"https:\/\/neue-augen.de\/app\/uploads\/2021\/12\/lesebrille-10-dinge-banyai-neue-augen.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-91596464031\" srcset=\"https:\/\/neue-augen.de\/app\/uploads\/2021\/12\/lesebrille-10-dinge-banyai-neue-augen.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/neue-augen.de\/app\/uploads\/2021\/12\/lesebrille-10-dinge-banyai-neue-augen-300x185.jpg 300w, https:\/\/neue-augen.de\/app\/uploads\/2021\/12\/lesebrille-10-dinge-banyai-neue-augen-768x474.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"conclusion-reading-glasses-or-alternatives\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Conclusion: <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reading glasses<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> or alternatives?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is no question that reading glasses have advantages. In the meantime, it has also become a fashionable accessory, as you can choose between semi-rim, full-rim or rimless frames and thus underline your individual type.<\/span><br><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There is a wide range of different glasses shapes, from round to square to &#8220;cat-eye&#8221;glasses \u2013 in the end, however, the glasses only help as long as you wear them.<\/span><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fortunately, there are alternatives so that patients can decide for themselves whether to wear glasses or to undergo permanent laser treatment. We would be happy to discuss with you whether such a laser treatment is suitable for you in the context of preliminary examinations and a personal consultation. This gives you maximum transparency to make an informed decision according to your needs.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-9b7701b4 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/neue-augen.de\/en\/appointment\/\">Get in touch with us!<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 id=\"faqs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-is-the-difference-between-normal-glasses-and-reading-glasses\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the difference between normal glasses and reading glasses?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The difference between normal glasses and reading glasses lies in the use: Reading glasses are mainly used for reading and seeing at close range. Classic eyeglasses, on the other hand, can also be worn permanently in different life situations.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"what-strength-do-i-need-with-reading-glasses\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What strength do I need with reading glasses<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The range between which the range of most reading glasses move is between +1 and +2 or +2.5 diopters. This range is relatively large, so it is recommended to go to the ophthalmologist, who can determine the visual impairment more precisely.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"can-i-see-far-when-i-drive-with-reading-glasses\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Can I see far when I drive with reading glasses?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reading glasses do not support you if you want to see into the distance while driving. Here you need a visual aid that is suitable for distance vision. These two functions can be combined with progressive spectacles.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Having trouble reading? Are letters becoming increasingly difficult to recognize and blur? The cause of this could be presbyopia. 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