Difference computer glasses, reading glasses or regular glasses

People who spend a lot of time in front of the computer can develop complaints. For example reduced vision, fatigue, headaches or neck pain, burning eyes but also insomnia. Computer glasses are intended to increase comfort when working behind a screen and to prevent or minimise complaints. Just to be able to work comfortably. But what is the difference between reading glasses and "regular" glasses?

Prrescription  computer glasses

We already knew that sitting at the computer a lot and intensively is not good for you. It can lead to all sorts of unpleasant complaints like reduced vision, fatigue, headaches or neck pain. That's where Seeh's computer glasses come in. Computer glasses or monitor glasses offer the solution to complaints caused by office work. They provide your eyes with the proper support to work properly and for long periods of time without causing complaints. Because that's what you should expect from a fine workplace.

Should the employer reimburse computer glasses? We are happy to explain it to you in our knowledge article on glasses from the boss.

Single glasses

Single lenses are used for static work, such as work in which a lot of reading and monitor work is done at the same workplace. These glasses are mainly used for employees with an age of about 38 to 42 years.

Multifocal lenses

Multifocal lenses combine prescription for distance with prescription for near, without it showing in the lenses. With multifocal lenses, you can easily switch between near, intermediate and far because the lenses have a natural gradient from plus to minus prescription.
For the multifocal computer glasses, you can choose from Workforce Nearview, Midview and Longview. These lenses have different prescriptions; for near, intermediate and far. The distances in the lenses are matched between 40 centimeters and up to 6 meters far being able to see well. This ensures that you can sit in a natural position behind your monitor and also perform your other work well. Basically everywhere, in other words.

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Computer glasses versus reading glasses

From the age of about 43, your eyes generally deteriorate. Often it then becomes more difficult to see well at short distances. Reading glasses then offer a solution. Reading glasses are suitable for a reading distance of 30 to 35 centimeters, but a screen is often at a distance of 50 to 60 centimeters, which can still cause complaints. Computer glasses are suitable for this. Perfect for anyone who does long-term screen work.

Difference between reading glasses, regular progressive glasses and computer glasses from Hans Anders

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Multifocal computer glasses versus regular multifocal glasses

Multifocal glasses are a good choice for most everyday situations. Only, progressive glasses for work are of limited value. That's because progressive glasses have two optimal viewing areas. One part for near and one part for far. The viewing area for intermediate distance is very narrow. While working at a computer, you also look at your monitor through the lower part of the lenses. This causes you to lift your head to see everything clearly. When you sit in this unnatural position for a long time, a lot of pressure is put on your neck and shoulders.

Computer glasses then provide the solution to complaints that may arise from office work. Computer glasses are glasses that provide optimal vision when you do screen work. The lens is specially made for comfortable near, middle and far vision. This ensures that you see sharply and maintain a good working posture at the computer. This is in contrast to ordinary progressive glasses and reading glasses, which allow you to assume an incorrect posture behind the computer, which can then result in neck and shoulder complaints, among other things.

Eye measurement and advice

Eye tests and associated advice are carried out by well-trained and qualified employees of Hans Anders.
When creating an order form, a number of questions are gone through so that we help you choose the right screen glasses. You make your own choice to what extent your employees and the optician at Hans Anders have the freedom to determine the best possible computer glasses. Our specialists will be happy to help you fill in your first order forms.

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Frames

The choice of frame is up to you. On the order form you, as an employer, can indicate in advance whether you can choose from Hans Anders' entire house collection, or whether, for a small additional charge, you can also choose from the A-brand collection: a range of more than 750 models that is constantly renewed.