With the advent of smartphones, e-reader devices and computers themselves, it seems that more than ever before, your eyes are working hard and taking on a great deal of stress. In fact, optometrists estimate that somewhere between 50–90% of people who work in front of computer screens experience some form of what’s called Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS), a range of problems associated with stressed out and overstrained eyes. Luckily, according to Aiea, Hawaii-based eye doctor, Dr. Endo of Edwin Y. Endo, OD & Associates, there’s a way to combat many of these negative effects: stress-relieving lenses.

Often referred to as “reading glasses,” stress-relieving lenses aid the eyes in focusing on objects nearby—such as the pages of a book or the words on a screen—to allow the wearer to sustain this activity for longer periods of time. But the question remains: How do stress-relieving lenses work? For those who are not near-sighted, low-powered convex lenses magnify objects that are close by, and bifocals (or even tri-focals) are indicated for those who do need help seeing far away objects. Significantly, it’s being seen that younger children who engage with screens at home and at school are increasingly in need of these sorts of lenses.

Luckily, Edwin Y. Endo, OD & Associates carries a wide range of these lenses. Dedicated as they are to Hawaii’s eyes, the folks here will help you and your family see sharper and clearer. If you’d like to learn more about this unique, locally owned and operated practice and browse through their selection of fashion eyewear and lenses, check out this optometrist online. Of course, if you have any questions at all or would like to set up an appointment, feel free to give them a call at (808) 487-5500.