Migraine Lenses: Relief for Light Sensitivity and Migraines on the Gold Coast
- Eyecare Plus Mermaid Beach Optometrists
- Mar 18
- 3 min read
Migraines are more than just headaches.
For many people, they are debilitating neurological events that interfere with work, family life, and everyday activities. One of the most common and challenging migraine triggers is light sensitivity (photophobia).
At Eyecare Plus Mermaid Beach, our optometrists offer Avulux® Migraine Lenses, an advanced, non-invasive lens solution designed to help people living with migraines experience greater comfort and improved quality of life.
Suffering From Migraines or Light Sensitivity?
If you experience:
Migraines triggered or worsened by light
Sensitivity to bright, fluorescent, or flickering light
Eye discomfort during migraine episodes
Difficulty using screens, driving, or being outdoors
Visual discomfort even between migraines
You’re not alone and there may be an optical solution that can help.
What Are Migraine Lenses?
Migraine lenses use a specialised, clinically researched tint that selectively filters specific wavelengths of light known to trigger migraine attacks and worsen light sensitivity.
Unlike standard tinted lenses or sunglasses, Avulux® Migraine Lenses are designed to:
Reduce the frequency and severity of migraines
Ease light sensitivity without darkening vision
Maintain natural colour perception
Improve overall visual comfort
For many migraine sufferers, everyday light sources, such as screens, LED lighting, and sunlight, can overstimulate the visual system. Migraine lenses help calm this visual input, reducing strain on the brain.
How Do Avulux® Migraine Lenses Work?
Avulux® lenses precisely filter the wavelengths of light most commonly associated with migraine activation, while allowing beneficial light to pass through.
This targeted filtering helps:
Minimise light-triggered migraine symptoms
Reduce visual discomfort and eye strain
Improve comfort during daily activities
Because the lenses are not overly dark, they can be worn indoors and outdoors, making them suitable for work, school, driving, and screen use.
Am I Suitable for Migraine Lenses?
Migraine lenses may be suitable for both adults and children who experience migraines or light sensitivity.
At Eyecare Plus Mermaid Beach, our optometrists will:
Conduct a comprehensive eye examination
Discuss your migraine history and visual triggers
Assess whether migraine lenses are appropriate for you
In some cases, we may recommend a trial period using clip-on migraine lenses worn over your existing glasses. This allows you to experience potential relief before committing to prescription migraine lenses.
This makes migraine lenses a low-risk, non-invasive option for managing migraine-related visual discomfort.
Why Choose Eyecare Plus Mermaid Beach?
We are proud to offer some of the most advanced lens technologies available for migraine management on the Gold Coast.
At Eyecare Plus Mermaid Beach, you’ll receive:
Experienced optometrists trained in advanced lens solutions
Access to Avulux® Migraine Lenses
Personalised advice based on your symptoms and lifestyle
A patient-centred approach focused on comfort and quality of life
Our goal is not just clearer vision, but more comfortable vision, especially for patients living with migraines.
A Comfortable, Everyday Solution for Migraine Sufferers
While migraine lenses are not a cure for migraines, many patients report:
Reduced discomfort from light exposure
Improved tolerance of screens and indoor lighting
Easier daily functioning during and between migraine episodes
For those sensitive to light, this can be a meaningful step toward regaining control over daily life.
Book Your Comprehensive Eye Test
If you suffer from migraines or light sensitivity and want to explore whether migraine lenses could help you, we invite you to book an appointment with our team.
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