Migraines often go beyond a pounding headache. They can be debilitating, affecting your ability to work, relax, or even endure bright environments. Light sensitivity is one of the most common triggers or symptoms of migraine episodes for many people. Avulux migraine & light sensitivity glasses may offer the relief you’ve been searching for with their proven multi-band light filtering technology.
Avulux lenses target specific light wavelengths—such as blue light—to help reduce migraine symptoms and provide comfort without compromise. Book an appointment with your eye doctor to discuss whether Avulux glasses are right for you.
Understanding Migraine & Light Sensitivity
Migraines are a neurological condition characterized by intense headaches lasting for hours or even days. These episodes are often accompanied by symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and heightened sensitivity to light, sound, and smells. Light sensitivity alone can trigger or exacerbate the pain in some people.
Photophobia, or sensitivity to light, affects over 80% of migraine sufferers. And for nearly 40%, light sensitivity can occur without other symptoms, making daily life challenging even during milder episodes.
At the core of migraines is the overstimulation of specialized cells in the retina called intrinsically photosensitive retinal ganglion cells (ipRGCs). These cells regulate our body’s natural light responses, such as the sleep-wake cycle. But when stimulated by specific light wavelengths, ipRGCs release melanopsin, a light-sensitive pigment that can trigger pain pathways in the brain and worsen migraines.
A Harvard study found that blue, amber, and red light significantly activate these retinal cells. Green light, on the other hand, triggers less sensitivity and can even have soothing effects for some sufferers. This discovery sparked the innovation behind Avulux’s targeted light-filtering technology.
Avulux Migraine Glasses & Targeted Light Filtering
Avulux migraine glasses are a unique and effective solution for migraine sufferers. Its lenses selectively filter out harmful blue, amber, and red light while allowing soothing green light to pass through. This isn’t just a guess backed by marketing; it’s an innovation supported by science.
The 2016 Study
Avulux had a significant breakthrough in 2016 when researchers developed optical notch filters to block migraine-triggering light.
These filters blocked light around 480 nm (blue) and 620 nm (orange). What they discovered was unique—even the orange light filters initially thought to be “sham” lenses—offered significant migraine relief, with both filters yielding therapeutic benefits.
This study laid the foundation for Avulux’s multi-band precision optical filters, designed to block exactly the wavelengths that most affect migraine sufferers.
The 2020 Study
Building on their early success, Avulux engineered an even more advanced lens that simultaneously targets blue, amber, and red light while letting green light pass through.
A double-blind, randomized trial conducted in 2020 confirmed that Avulux’s lenses reduce migraine symptoms more effectively than placebo lenses. This targeted approach makes Avulux unique among other migraine glasses.
The Science Behind Avulux Glasses
Based on their extensive research, Avulux lenses use multi-band precision filtering to block blue, amber, and red light while letting beneficial green light pass through. This unique design directly addresses migraine-related photophobia, offering a scientifically proven advantage over other glasses.
Why Not Just Wear Dark Sunglasses for Light Sensitivity?
It may seem logical to wear dark sunglasses during a migraine attack, but they’re typically not the answer. Dark sunglasses block all light, including green light, and can lead to a phenomenon called dark adaptation.
Dark adaptation increases your eyes’ sensitivity to light when moving from a dark to a bright environment, much like stepping outside after being in a dark movie theater. Over time, frequently wearing dark sunglasses for migraines can worsen light sensitivity.
Avulux glasses selectively filter light to prevent overstimulating the eyes while still letting in the beneficial green light. This means you get comfort and relief without unintended side effects.
How Avulux Compares to Other Migraine Glasses
Not all migraine glasses are created equal. Here’s how Avulux compares to other popular options.
Blue Light-Blocking Glasses
Blue light-blocking glasses block blue light and primarily address digital eye strain. They don’t filter migraine-triggering wavelengths in the upper blue, red, or amber ranges, which are significant for people with photophobia.
FL-41 Glasses
FL-41 glasses are designed to reduce sensitivity to fluorescent lighting. They block light in the 480–520 nm range, but they don’t block amber or red light, making them less effective for migraines specifically.
Tinted Sunglasses
Tinted sunglasses are available in dark orange, red, blue, or green tints. They provide general light reduction. While tinted sunglasses reduce harsh glare, they don’t target light wavelengths linked to migraines.
Are Avulux Migraine Glasses Right for You?
If migraines or light sensitivity regularly disrupt your life, Avulux migraine glasses may be your solution. They’re ideal for those who experience light-induced migraines, work in bright environments, or spend a lot of time on screens.
With clear, distortion-free lenses, UV protection, and the ability to be worn indoors or outdoors, Avulux glasses can fit seamlessly into your daily life.
At Fontana Optometric Group, we understand the unique challenges migraine sufferers face. If you’re ready to explore how Avulux migraine glasses can help you, we invite you to book an appointment at one of our locations. During your consultation, we’ll discuss whether Avulux is the right fit for your needs and lifestyle.