Great Lakes Vision Rehabilitation at Excel est. 2004
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Tints are valuable tools to help alleviate photophobia or

light sensitivity in patients indoors and/or outdoors. 

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Studies have shown that tints enhance contrast, alleviate light sensitivity, and improve symptoms associated with migraines. At Great Lakes Vision Rehabilitation, we utilize tints to help reduce light sensitivity in our patients, particularly those with traumatic brain injuries (TBI).

 

Our clinic offers a specialized collection of therapeutic tints in various colors, including blues, pinks, greens, and yellows, to assist our patients. These tints can be especially helpful for alleviating light sensitivity outdoors—on sunny days or after a heavy snowfall—and indoors.

 

TBI patients often experience heightened light sensitivity in indoor environments, where certain types of lighting can trigger their symptoms. Indoor lighting, particularly from energy-efficient light bulbs, may have a critical flicker frequency (CFF) that exacerbates light sensitivity in these patients. These bulbs' specific colors and pulse frequency can also contribute to their discomfort. Using tints helps block some of this light and calm the visual system, which may reduce or alleviate light sensitivity.

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Are you experiencing visual snow? Tints may be helpful in alleviating symptoms! Click here to read more.