computer glasses: single vision vs. PAL

Hi,

I'm getting glasses with progressive lens (Zeiss Gradal Top 1.67) for
the first time in a week or so. Because my work requires me to use a
computer monitor quite a bit, I'm also considering investing in a
second pair: computer glasses to solve the narrow intermediate viewing
area associated with progressives.

When I go to pick up the new glasses in a few days, I'll probably want
to order the computer glasses. I'd be interested in the pros and cons
of single vision computer glasses vs. progressive computer glasses,
such as the Zeiss Gradal RD.

Ideally, I'd like to have a pair for work (reading, computer, moderate
distance), and one for home/driving. My concern with a progressive
computer lens is that I'd wind up with only a slightly less annoying
pair of progressives. On the other hand, I'm concerned that single
vision computer glasses would be fixed at one distance (21") making
everything else blurry ... any advice?

Here is my prescription:

D.V.
O.D. - spherical: -5.75, cylindrical: -2.25, Axis: 15
O.S. - spherical: -7.25, cylindrical: -2.00, Axis 165

N.V
+ 1.75 Add

Thanks!

/Steve

 

I think you understand the situation quite well. SV computer lenses will
make it hard to read close up (13" or so). Also, your computer viewing
distance may vary more than you think.

It will take some time (probably a few weeks) to completely adapt to
progressives if you have never worn them before. You might want to wait a
little while until you decide about the computer lenses.

 

In the past, I have gotten separate bifocals for use at the computer. I have
gotten the far vision correction to be set for the distance from my ey to
the screen. The positive add is set to read a bit closer than my usual
reading distance.

Mor recently, I bought some cheap reading glasses that I place in front of
my regular driving and distance glasses. In my particular case, the are
2.0D. It works out well for me.

Bill