Sports Eyewear: A Great Way to Improve Your Game

Rec-specs (pictured above) are just one of the many options available for sports eye wear at
The Eye Institute.

Eye protection should be a major concern for all athletes, especially those in high-risk sports. Thousands of patients, young and old alike, suffer sports related eye injuries each year. Many of these injuries could have been avoided if the proper protective eyewear had been in place. For outdoor sports, sunglasses are a must, and some sport-specific designs may even help improve your game. Baseball, golf, swimming and bicycling are just a few warm weather sports made more enjoyable with the appropriate eyewear.
Consider the following:

• If you are a swimmer…consider putting your eyeglass prescription in a swim goggle.
• If you are a biker…try a sport frame with both sun protection and style.
• If you play basketball or racquetball…consider a pair of flexible rec-specs (short for recreational spectacles) with shatter proof prescription lenses.
• If you enjoy golf…consider lenses with UV protection and tints to help you follow your ball with precision. Ask about Essilor’s DefinityTM Lenses - a perfect lens option for golfers. (For more information, visit www.essilorusa.com or www.definity.com).
• …And don’t forget, contact lenses might also be a great alternative for a number of sports.

Corrective lens options are available for nearly all sports. Consult your doctor at The Eye Institute or opticians in The Eye Institute’s optical center - “Eyeworks.” Remember, The Eye Institute can be the “Clear Choice” for your sports eyewear needs. 

For more information or to make an appointment call 215-276-6111 or make an appointment on-line.