Guest post by Dr. Julie Helmus, Optometrist in Davis, California. Dr. Helmus is one of hundreds of eye care providers across the U.S. and Canada who offer Avulux Migraine & Light Sensitivity Lenses to their patients
As an optometrist, nothing is more rewarding than seeing my patients find relief after struggling with symptoms that have made their lives so challenging. One of the most common complaints I hear from my migraine patients is about light sensitivity, or photophobia. It can make simple activities, like grocery shopping or watching a movie, feel unbearable. But the introduction of Avulux glasses has been a game-changer for many of my patients.
I’ll never forget the time a patient of mine, who had traveled 48 miles to see me, told me how Avulux had changed their life. The patient said, “The photophobia is so real for migraine sufferers who have auras and light sensitivity. For months I would do everything possible to avoid walking into a department store or a grocery store. Now, I’m not afraid of being outside in the sunshine or walking into stores, and that in and of itself is huge.”
That sentiment is one I’ve heard again and again from my patients who wear Avulux lenses. It’s a powerful reminder of how debilitating light sensitivity can be for those who suffer from migraines.
The Struggles of Migraine and Light Sensitivity
Migraine is a condition that affects roughly one billion people worldwide. And more than 80 percent of people with migraine are affected by light sensitivity which either triggers or worsens their attacks. For years, I’ve worked with patients who sought relief for their migraines and the related light sensitivity. Unfortunately, the available options just didn’t seem to help in the way they needed.
Before Avulux, we had limited solutions. Traditional lenses like FL-41 glasses and sunglasses were sometimes helpful, but they didn’t provide the level of relief many patients needed. It was a challenge for me as a doctor to have patients come in, knowing the market existed for a better solution, but unable to offer something that could truly make a difference. That all changed when I learned about Avulux lenses.
Avulux lenses are not only effective, they’re also incredibly convenient. Patients often assume that managing migraine symptoms, especially light sensitivity, will require something invasive or complicated. But Avulux lenses are neither. They are simple to use, have no negative side effects, and are easy to incorporate into daily life.
What makes Avulux so effective is its patented lens technology. Unlike other lenses, Avulux filters up to 97 percent of harmful blue, amber and red light wavelengths. It’s clinically proven to help those whose migraine attacks are triggered or worsened by light. This makes it a unique, specialized tool for managing light sensitivity in a way that other alternatives simply can’t.
No More Fear of Sunlight and Headaches
Seeing patients experience true relief is the best part of my job. Jessica, one of the opticians in my practice, is a perfect example. As a lifelong migraine sufferer herself, she has seen the benefits of Avulux not just in our patients, but in her own life. Jessica is a huge advocate for the lenses and for good reason: “It’s life-changing for anyone with light sensitivity. I believe in Avulux. I know it works.”
For many of my patients, just stepping outside without the fear of light triggering a migraine is a huge change. One patient shared with me that they can now walk into stores, enjoy time in the sunshine, and go about their daily activities without constantly worrying about a potential migraine attack. For anyone who suffers from the debilitating effects of light sensitivity, that’s nothing short of life changing.
Ask Your Optometrist About Glasses for Light Sensitivity
If you or someone you know struggles with migraine and light sensitivity, I encourage you to explore Avulux lenses. They might just be the solution you’ve been searching for. At the end of the day, it’s not just about the technology; it’s about the transformation it brings to my patients’ lives. And for that, I’m incredibly grateful.
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