TheraSpecs® Glasses for Photosensitive Epilepsy and Seizures
TheraSpecs lenses provide protection and relief from strobing and flashing lights as well as static patterns that can trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy
For people with photosensitive epilepsy or other seizure disorders, lights that are bright or lighting that flickers, flashes, or strobes can be particularly triggering for seizures. Even static, repeating patterns can overwhelm a photosensitive brain. This can prevent people from taking pleasure in everyday things like going to movies or concerts and enjoying sunlight flickering through trees. By protecting the part of the brain that responds to these visual stimuli, TheraSpecs® can reduce or eliminate symptoms triggered by this light.
Lens Options for Photosensitive Epilepsy and Seizures
Reviews of TheraSpecs Glasses for Seizures and Photosensitivity
We love hearing from our customers who use TheraSpecs to get back to what they love, whether it's going to a concert to enjoy their favorite band or just watching a movie without worrying about the light triggering their seizures. Here are some of our favorite reviews:
What customers are saying
★★★★★
BEST EVER
"I have epilepsy and severe migraines. I get dizzy a lot in fluorescent lighting in stores. So I gave [TheraSpecs] a try. Today I worked all day in fluorescent lighting and my head was feeling the best ever after a long of work."
-Kristine, wearing FL-Pro (extra) lenses
★★★★★
BACK IN SCHOOL
"My son (who has epilepsy) was able to return to school after getting a pair of prescription TheraSpecs! He was taking online schooling at home due to the flourescent lights in the school triggering his focal seizures, which in turn were happening so frequently that they were triggering his grand-mal seizures. He's been back in school for 4 weeks now sporting his new TheraSpecs and doing great."
-Charity, Michigan, wearing FL-Pro (extra) lenses
★★★★★
GAINING MY INDEPENDENCE
"I ordered them because I have epilepsy and that is mainly why I am light sensitive. Before TheraSpecs I couldn’t go to concerts, school dances when I was in high school or even drive all the time. Now I can look at lights again without getting headaches or worrying about seizures, and best of all I am gaining my independence back!"
-Cassidy, Illinois, wearing FL-Pro (extra) lenses
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TheraSpecs Can Reduce Seizures, Photosensitivity
Photosensitive epilepsy is a condition whereby light or other visual stimuli can lead to the onset of seizures, and it affects hundreds of thousands of people. In particular, flashing or strobing lights are a major threat for triggering seizures, along with bright lights, striped patterns, and other sources. Here are just some of the aggravating light sources that comes with photosensitivity and seizures:
Flicker on TV screens or computer monitors
High contrast lighting (such as viewing a bright screen in a near-dark room)
Malfunctioning light sources, such as fluorescents, that flicker or flash
Movies or video games that contain rapid flashes or alternating patterns
Strobe lights, such as those at a concert or athletic game
Sunlight flickering through trees, glimmering on water, or streaming through the slats of window blinds
Emergency lights on vehicles or visual fire alarms
The brain reacts similarly to striped or repeating patterns, which can also lead to symptoms. These patterns increase the intensity of a brain wave called gamma oscillations.1 Even static images with these patterns can trigger seizures in as many of 30% of people with photosensitive epilepsy, according to research.2
In addition, certain wavelengths of light have been shown to more negatively affect a photosensitive brain, and this light comes at us from all directions—our screens, fluorescent lighting, LEDs, and sunlight.3
By calming the brain’s response to these visual triggers, research shows that TheraSpecs can provide relief.
TheraSpecs Z-Blue™ (max strength) is crafted to provide optimal protection against uncomfortable lighting and triggering patterns. Studies show Z-Blue max strength can protect people with photosensitive epilepsy and reduce seizures.4,5 Shop Z-Blue Lenses ➜
TheraSpecs FL-Pro™ can also provide protection against photosensitive triggers. Customers have been using FL-Pro in extra strength since 2012 to manage seizures brought on by flashing lights, as well as reduce migraines, headaches, photophobia, and other symptoms due to light.6,7 Shop FL-Pro Lenses ➜
TheraSpecs FL-Sun™ can be worn outside to help manage sunlight flicker through trees to provide relief. (Z-Blue max can also be worn outdoors—FL Sun is an option if you’re looking for a darker, polarized lens.) Shop FL-Sun Lenses ➜
Extra discounts are also available when you buy more than one pair. Plus, multiple frame options available and the choice to send in your own frame, you can also make sure to find migraine and headache relief that fits your style.
Research shows that TheraSpecs:
Lessen seizures from flashing and/or bright lights
Reduce the negative effects of fluorescent lighting, screens, and other sources
Block the harmful light associated with migraine attacks, headaches and photophobia
Worldwide Shipping Available
TheraSpecs can be purchased quickly, easily, and securely through our online store. Whether you live in the US, UK, Australia, Canada or just about anywhere else in the world, we are able to get our glasses for photosensitive epilepsy right to your door. We even have a free shipping option for all US orders. Ready-to-ship pairs ship the same or next business day; custom orders take approximately three weeks at the lab.
Prescription and Readers Available
For customers with existing prescription eyewear, we have fitover styles like Original WearOver and Tatum WearOver. TheraSpecs lenses can be made with your prescription too—either in a standard frame or one you already own. Readers, clip-ons, and other custom frames can also be made with our therapeutic lenses.
60-Day Money-Back Guarantee
If you don't absolutely love the relief of your TheraSpecs, we're here to help. You can reach out to us at any time with questions or if you need additional support in order to get the most out of your experience with our glasses. You can also visit our FAQ.
We also encourage you to take full advantage of our return and exchange policy. If you want to try another frame or a different lens option, just reach out to our team within 60 days. We also accept returns for non-custom TheraSpecs as well.
Try them and see how they can help you or your loved one take control, stop fearing the light, and find relief!
References:
1Hermes D, Kasteleijn-Nolst Trenite D.G.A, Winawer J. Gamma oscillations and photosensitive epilepsy. Current Biology. 2017; 27(9); doi: 10.1016/j.cub.2017.03.076.
2The Epilepsy Foundation. Shedding Light on Photosensitivity, One of Epilepsy's Most Complex Conditions. Accessed online via https://www.epilepsy.com/stories/shedding-light-photosensitivity-one-epilepsys-most-complex-conditions-0
3M. Tatsumoto, T. Eda, T. Ishikawa, M. Ayama, K. Hirata “Light of Intrinsically Photosensitive Retinal Ganglion Cell (ipRGC) Causing Migraine Headache Exacerbation.” IHC symposium OR3. 2013 June
4Capovilla G, Gambardella A, Rubboli G, et al. Suppressive efficacy by a commercially available blue lens on PPR in 610 photosensitive epilepsy patients. Epilepsia. 2006;47(3):529-533. doi:10.1111/j.1528-1167.2006.00463.x.
5Checa-Ros A, Kasteleijn-Nolst Trenite D, Edson-Scott A, Carr B, Cerquiglini A, Seri S. Efficacy of color lenses in abolishing photosensitivity: Beyond the one-type-fits-all approach? Epilepsy & Behavior. 2021;124:108332. doi:10.1016/j.yebeh.2021.108332
6Good PA, Taylor RH, Mortimer MJ. “The use of tinted glasses in childhood migraine.” Headache. 1991 Sep;31(8):533-6
7Blackburn MK, Lamb RD, Digre KB, Smith AG, Warner JE, McClane RW, Nandedkar SD, Langeberg WJ, Holubkov R, Katz BJ. “FL-41 tint improves blink frequency, light sensitivity, and functional limitations in patients with benign essential blepharospasm.” Ophthalmology. 2009 May;116(5):997-1001.
