Migraine Comfort & Light Sensitivity Support in Concord
While we do not treat migraines themselves, we can evaluate your eyes at Family Vision Care Optometry, look for vision-related contributors to discomfort, and recommend lens options and visual habits that may help make day-to-day tasks more manageable.
How Vision and Light Can Affect Migraine Comfort
Light sensitivity and visual strain are common in patients who also experience migraines. During your visit to our Concord office, we talk through when your symptoms tend to increase, how screens and lighting affect you, and whether certain environments are more difficult than others. We then examine your eyes for dryness, focusing issues, or other concerns that may contribute to your discomfort and are appropriate for an eye care practice to address.
Eye Exams for Patients Who Experience Migraines
An eye exam in this context focuses on both your vision and the health of your eyes.
We check your prescription, assess how your eyes work together, and examine the front and back of your eyes to look for conditions that could be contributing to visual strain.
When appropriate, we may use imaging tools such as Optomap to get a clearer view of the internal eye structures.
If we find eye-related issues that can be managed within optometric care, we outline a plan; if something suggests a broader medical concern, we discuss follow-up with your primary care provider or neurologist.
Lens Options for Light Sensitivity & Screen Use
For patients whose migraines are aggravated by light or screen exposure, certain lens choices may improve visual comfort.
We offer blue-light–filtering lenses and computer-oriented lens designs that can help reduce glare and harsh screen brightness during extended device use.
In some cases, tinted or filtered lenses may be considered to soften overall brightness in specific environments. Our recommendations are based on your prescription, work and home settings, and how you describe your symptoms.
Everyday Strategies to Reduce Visual Strain
Lens changes work best alongside simple adjustments to how you use your eyes. Strategies for managing strain may include:
- Moderating screen brightness
- Taking regular visual breaks during near work
- Adjusting workstation lighting to reduce glare
- Using appropriate reading distances and posture to ease strain
Our eye doctors review these ideas in practical terms during your visit so you can decide which changes fit your routine.
When to Schedule a Visit
If you notice that light, screens, or visual tasks seem to worsen your migraines, an eye exam can help clarify whether there are eye or vision factors we can reasonably address. We care for patients from Concord, Clayton, Walnut Creek, and nearby communities at our 4180 Treat Boulevard office, which offers free parking, a ground-floor entrance, and a fully wheelchair-accessible space. Visits are by appointment, and our team can help you decide whether to schedule a dedicated evaluation or discuss your symptoms at your next routine exam.