Any recommendations for devices that do not cause migraine?

[david_je]

Hi. I get migraines from bright, back-lit screens, can't even look at them for few seconds. On most devices I turn the brightness all the way down and it still is not enough. Does anyone else here have this problem, and/or can recommend a laptop, a tablet, and a smartphone that would suit me?

Thanks.

[jpinx]

Look for fablon-type material which is smoky and cut out a screen protector for your device.

[lemonjelly]

Rayban...... available for 100-200 THB from your nearest market

Edited September 28, 2014 by lemonjelly

[casualbiker]

The BenQ F5 smartphone seems to imply it has a blue screen filter, which I believe is causing your problems. Currently available from Lazada.com. not sure if at any brick stores. But I think they will be at Mobile Expo at Queen Sirikit centre. Bkk 2-5 October

http://benq.co.th/product/smartphones/f5/

Edited September 28, 2014 by casualbiker

[firefox999uk]

Sun Glasses maybe.

Have a Nice Day.

[MediaWatcher]

I am wondering if these migraines happen in lit rooms or darkened rooms. Most often our eyes are strained in darkened rooms, due to intense concentration of light, this leads to sore eyes and headaches. If in lit and dark rooms, wear sunglasses and get your eyes checked for over sensitiveness to light, especially blue light. An LED monitor is better than an LCD monitor, due to not using a fluorescent backlight.

http://www.headachemag.org/Articles/lifestyle/Avoiding-Light-Migraine-Triggers

Edited September 29, 2014 by MediaWatcher

[thhMan]

Ive been using a stick lately.

Unless you really need a "device", think how much peace you will have without one

Other than that, seek medical advice

[Suradit69]

Yellow-amber lenses purportedly block blue light. I have macular degeneration, which also makes bright light & glare a problem to deal with. There are differing opinions on whether blocking blue light helps, but maybe you could find a cheap pair of amber colored sunglasses to see if they provide relief before spending too much in experimenting. If it helps and you regularly wear glasses, you can get amber coated lenses.

I tried it and it did seem to help, but in Thailand the amber coatings aren't sufficiently dark for me while in sunlight.

Blu blockers are sunglasses made for fashion wear for those who need prescriptive sun-blocking eye wear and for sporting activities. A blu blocker lens not only blocks the UV rays, as nearly all sun wear does, but it also blocks the blue light, which tends to be more brilliant. Blu blockers can come with any type of frame.

Blu blocker lenses can be made to include a gradient. A lens with a gradient is one that has the top portion of the lens in a darker shade than the bottom portion. The reason for a gradient is that it provides the lens wearer with a more enhanced field of vision than that offered by a traditional one-hue lens.

The blu blocker lens comes in a polarized version as well as the traditional lens. A polarized lensprevents reflection from water and metal objects as well as from windshields. These type of blu blocker lenses remove scattered light rays, which often can be momentarily blinding.

In addition to the popular two-lens sunglasses, blu blockers are available in the shield variety. Shield sunglasses are made with a continuous lens. This one-piece lens covers both eyes.

While still offering the sun-blocking protection blu blockers are known for, there are even blu blockers clip-on lenses that can be easily attached to an existing pair of corrective lenses. These come in both lenses with rims and a rimless variety. They can also be found in a polarized version that offers even more protection

http://www.blublocker.com/

[Tuskfish]

Back in my OH&S / Workers Comp days in Australia there was a lot of talk about how many lumens of light were in the room in relation to the brightness and contrast of the screen you're viewing, be it TV, Computer or otherwise. Screen protectors are a good option, although I suspect trying different lighting setups in your room/office may help more....

[Johnnie99]

Any recommendations for devices that do not cause migraine?

Prosthetic leg.

[The Deerhunter]

Yellow-amber lenses purportedly block blue light. I have macular degeneration, which also makes bright light & glare a problem to deal with. There are differing opinions on whether blocking blue light helps, but maybe you could find a cheap pair of amber colored sunglasses to see if they provide relief before spending too much in experimenting. If it helps and you regularly wear glasses, you can get amber coated lenses.

I tried it and it did seem to help, but in Thailand the amber coatings aren't sufficiently dark for me while in sunlight.

Blu blockers are sunglasses made for fashion wear for those who need prescriptive sun-blocking eye wear and for sporting activities. A blu blocker lens not only blocks the UV rays, as nearly all sun wear does, but it also blocks the blue light, which tends to be more brilliant. Blu blockers can come with any type of frame.

Blu blocker lenses can be made to include a gradient. A lens with a gradient is one that has the top portion of the lens in a darker shade than the bottom portion. The reason for a gradient is that it provides the lens wearer with a more enhanced field of vision than that offered by a traditional one-hue lens.

The blu blocker lens comes in a polarized version as well as the traditional lens. A polarized lensprevents reflection from water and metal objects as well as from windshields. These type of blu blocker lenses remove scattered light rays, which often can be momentarily blinding.

In addition to the popular two-lens sunglasses, blu blockers are available in the shield variety. Shield sunglasses are made with a continuous lens. This one-piece lens covers both eyes.

While still offering the sun-blocking protection blu blockers are known for, there are even blu blockers clip-on lenses that can be easily attached to an existing pair of corrective lenses. These come in both lenses with rims and a rimless variety. They can also be found in a polarized version that offers even more protection

http://www.blublocker.com/

Worth a try as suggested or ask an optometrist also google: "headaches from using" several options will come up including computer, I phone, cellphone etc. Have a read. There are tips around about the brightness of screen, ambient light levels, background lighting (ie using with a window in the background) squinting etc.

[ETatBKK]

first, the ambient light. avoid strong contrasting light - your screen is a light source anyway ( LED or LCD ), try to get a soft light around your viewing area. for example, I put a very dim very soft table light at the side of the TV. a window behind desk monitor is a great idea.

second, in-between your eyes and your device / screen. as said above, polariser is popular solution. then try a different colour lenses; you may just go to B2S and buy few sheets of colour transparent, DIY an experiment. then you go to an optometrist for a proper prescription. I know people solving a similar problem with a RED lens.

good luck.

[lucifer666]

If you are getting migranes after only a few seconds of looking at a backlit screen, i would think a visit to an optician would probably be more beneficial than just trying various types of sunglasses.

[stoli]

Maybe this will give you some hope. I suffered from this for more years than I care to remember, and one day I noticed it no longer affected me. Nothing worse then migraines. Good luck.

[peergin]

Just came across this (free) program: http://download.cnet.com/f-lux/3000-2094_4-75447318.html I have already downloaded it but do not yet have any experience with it. It automatically dims monitors based on the time and brightness of the day or night. Suggest you check it out. Good luck!

[Boss]

Maybe try migraine profylactic medication - betablockers are the most effecient. But talk to an interrested doctor.... before you start, need to take ecg and more...

[londonthai]

for tablet/smartphone there are many applications, most free. Search for "lux" on googleplay to chose one

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.vitocassisi.luxlite

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.ne.hardyinfinity.bluelightfilter.free