The Role of Prism Glasses in Eye Health

Do you suffer from chronic headaches that just won't go away?

Are you constantly dizzy when reading or looking at your computer?

If so, chances are you've chalked up the problem to stress or the digital age.

But there's something else you should know…

It could be your eyes.

Specifically, a condition known as binocular vision dysfunction (BVD).

Millions of people suffer from BVD and never get relief because it's invisible to the naked eye.

Fortunately, there's a solution. And it's not as scary or extreme as you may think.

Welcome to the world of prism glasses.

In this blog post, we will discuss how prism glasses work, who needs them, and what results you can expect from treatment.

We'll also share with you everything you need to know about Prism Glasses Treatment.

What you will learn:

• Binocular Vision Dysfunction

• How Prism Glasses Work

• Who Needs Prism Glasses

• Getting Your Prescription

• Results

Binocular Vision Dysfunction

Binocular vision dysfunction is a condition that occurs when your eyes don't align properly.

In a perfect world, your eyes should be perfectly aligned so that the image each eye sees is the same.

However, when there is a misalignment, your brain has to work harder to combine the two images.

This can lead to a number of symptoms, including:

• Headaches

• Double vision

• Eye strain

• Fatigue

• Dizziness or lightheadedness

• Reading difficulties

You can have 20/20 vision and still suffer from BVD. This is why it is often missed during routine eye exams.

That's where Prism Glasses for BVD come in. These specialized prism glasses treatment can help to realign your vision and eliminate many of the frustrating symptoms associated with binocular vision dysfunction.

How Prism Glasses Work

Prism glasses work by bending the light that enters your eyes. This helps to correct the misalignment between your eyes.

The prism is ground into your lenses, in addition to your regular prescription, they don't look any different from your normal glasses but they will have a profound impact on your symptoms.

Prisms work by acting as a wedge in the lens. As light passes through the prism, it bends towards the base, while the image is displaced towards the top.

When you wear prism glasses, the light is bent in such a way that it stimulates your brain into thinking that your eyes are perfectly aligned.

As a result, your brain no longer has to work so hard to combine the two images, which means your eye muscles can relax, and the symptoms go away.

The Microprism Difference

Older prism prescriptions were done in whole diopter numbers, like 1 or 2. But the problem is, when you correct too much, it can make you feel worse.

Enter Microprism Technology.

Microprisms are a much more refined, small power prism measurement, like 0.25D, or 0.75D.

These much smaller amounts of prism have been shown to help resolve the subtle misalignments in your vision without making you feel sick.

The microprism method was developed by optometrists who underwent extensive training in advanced binocular vision therapy.

Who Needs Prism Glasses

You may be thinking, "Do I need prism glasses?"

If you have any of the following symptoms, you may be a candidate for prism glasses.

• Headaches

• Dizziness

• Neck Pain

• Eye Strain

• Difficulty Reading or Concentrating

• Feeling Tired All The Time

• Anxiety, especially in visually demanding situations like driving, reading, or using the computer.

If you are experiencing any of the above symptoms, you may be a candidate for prism glasses.

But before you run off to your eye doctor, it's important to understand that not all optometrists are trained to prescribe microprism lenses.

Prescribing prisms is both an art and a science. The measurements and precise prescriptions need to be spot on.

If you've been dealing with unexplained symptoms, talk to a specialist about whether prism glasses might be right for you.

Getting Your Prism Prescription

So, how do you get your prism glasses prescription?

The process usually begins with a comprehensive Binocular Vision Assessment. A binocular vision exam is very different from a standard eye exam.

The optometrist will measure the alignment of your eyes and test the function of your eye muscles. Based on these findings, they can create a custom prism prescription for you.

But there's one important thing you should know about prisms.

The very first prism prescription you get will never be your final one.

It is a normal and expected part of the adjustment process as your body gets used to the prisms in the lenses.

When you first start wearing prism glasses, your body goes through something called Progressive Relaxation. Your symptoms will gradually improve as your visual system relaxes into the new normal of correctly aligned vision. After 2-4 weeks, you'll return for a Progress Assessment. The binocular vision specialist will re-measure your prescription and make adjustments as needed.

What To Expect When Adjusting To Prism Glasses

Any new pair of glasses can cause some initial eye strain, but this should pass after a few days.

During this adjustment period:

• Your symptoms should gradually begin to improve

• It may feel different when you look around, as your eyes readjust

• Some people experience immediate relief, while others require more time

• Your brain will need to retrain itself to process visual information

If your symptoms get worse or you feel significantly uncomfortable, make sure to contact your doctor. The prescription or frame adjustment may need to be tweaked.

Results You Can Expect

The results can be life-changing.

Many of our patients report that they can focus for longer without needing to take a break. Reading is no longer a chore, but an enjoyable activity. Headaches that have plagued them for years just go away.

Research shows that over 50,000 patients have been successfully treated for BVD by specially trained optometrists all over the world.

And these aren't just small incremental changes – patients describe a transformation in their lives with the relief from their symptoms.

So if you have been struggling with persistent headaches, dizziness, or fatigue that eye exams haven't been able to solve, it's time to consider whether BVD might be the cause.

Prism glasses are a non-invasive, effective solution that has changed the lives of tens of thousands of people. The Prism Glasses Treatment realigns your vision, eliminating the muscle strain in your eyes, and returns you to the clear, comfortable vision you deserve.

Don't waste another day living with symptoms that don't have to be there.

Contact a qualified binocular vision specialist, get properly assessed, and find out if prism glasses are the answer you've been looking for.