TheraSpecs® Concussion, Brain Injury and Post-Concussion Syndrome Glasses
Learn how TheraSpecs lenses provide protection against irritating light and may serve as a critical light management tool for people who have sustained a traumatic brain injury or concussion and/or have symptoms of post-concussion syndrome.
Make TheraSpecs® glasses the foundational piece of your light management plan as a brain injury or concussion survivor—whether you’re in the first few days of recovery or have been dealing with post-concussion symptoms (like headaches and light sensitivity) for years.
Our lenses filter the problematic light from screens, fluorescent lights, sunlight and more, so you can own your environment and make it work for your needs. Add TheraSpecs to your toolkit today!
TheraSpecs customers are never shy about sharing the impact our glasses have had on their lives. In fact, they have told us they purchased TheraSpecs for a wide range of post-TBI symptoms that are triggered by light, including:
Migraine attacks
Post-concussion headaches and photophobia
Vertigo, dizziness
Sensitivity to fluorescent lights, screens, sunlight, and more
Below is just a sampling of reviews from customers whose lives have been profoundly improved by our glasses.
What customers are saying
★★★★★
THANK YOU TO THERASPECS
"I have been diagnosed with PTSD, TBI, and several other conditions to include sensitivity to light. These TheraSpecs allow me to live my life [without] the stress of being in areas with bright lights because bright lights affect my vision and make my headaches worse. Thank you to TheraSpecs for changing my LIFE!!"
-Danny, Virginia, wearing FL-Pro (extra) lenses
★★★★★
MAKING PROGRESS
"My post-concussion episode (three years after my concussion) has impacted my ability to post for my business. I could not watch my computer screen and my cell phone. But now with these glasses, I am making progress. Thank you!"
-Paulette, Nevada, wearing FL-Pro (extra) lenses
★★★★★
THANK YOU
"For the first time today I actually asked my son to turn the lights on in the kitchen for me while I was cooking. I haven’t said that in months. I was actually able to cook some eggs without squinting in normal overhead lighting with the help of these. Thank you for helping improve the quality of my life during this time."
-Rhonda, wearing FL-Pro (extra) lenses
91% reported noticeable relief for their light sensitivity and post-concussion headaches1
88% would enthusiastically recommend TheraSpecs to other patients with a brain injury2
Here are just a few of the extensive benefits customers have reported with TheraSpecs glasses:
“Instant relief from post concussion syndrome symptoms in fluorescent lights.” - Jenny, Colorado
“My TheraSpecs helped me be able to get back to work and use my phone and computer after my concussion.” - Lydia, Rhode Island
“They help me with issues of flashing lights while watching a TV show or outside with white light and firework-type flashes.” - Terri, North Carolina
“My glasses have been so helpful for my migraines during my concussion recovery…” – Sarah, Colorado
“Any time my symptoms reach a peak, these glasses bring me down to my baseline dizziness within minutes.” – Lillian, Ohio
“They’re helping so much with post-concussion light sensitivity and eye strain headaches!” — Rebecca, California
“I credit them with helping with my recovery and ability to return to work.” - Joanna, Vermont
Why Light is Triggering for Concussion and TBI Symptoms
Different types of light have been shown to negatively impact symptoms of traumatic brain injuries and concussions, and it can greatly impact the daily functioning of survivors. Looking at a screen at work, walking outside on a sunny day, seeing flashing lights in a movie theater—they can bring on symptoms for people with these types of issues.3
Light Management with TheraSpecs
The benefit of TheraSpecs glasses is in the specialized tint of their lenses. Each of our lenses is designed to target a unique spectrum of light and protect you from the light that may be giving you trouble.
TheraSpecs FL-Pro™ maximizes the filtering power of FL-41 to remove the most problematic wavelengths of light and protect you against computer and device screens, fluorescent lighting, LEDs and other artificial sources. Shop FL-Pro Lenses ➜
TheraSpecs FL-Blend™ also uses FL-41 and balances the filtering of irritating light with a less noticeable tint to provide meaningful protection against artificial sources like screens and fluorescents. Shop FL-Blend Lenses ➜
When added as part of a light management plan, both of these lens tints may be particularly helpful for people living with post-concussion symptoms like headaches, migraines, and photophobia—especially if fluorescent lighting is the culprit.
TheraSpecs Z-Blue™ is the lens tint we recommend for brain injury and concussion survivors who want to manage their exposure to visibly flashing lights and/or repeating patterns. This lens targets a different portion of the spectrum that, when made part of a light management toolkit, may help reduce the light that negatively activates the photoparoxysmal response in the brain and the corresponding hypersensitivity. Shop Z-Blue Lenses ➜
Better than Typical Sunglasses
It is common practice for people to wear sunglasses indoors when they have intense photophobia, but research shows this can make you more light sensitive over time.4 Since TheraSpecs target specific ranges of light, their lenses do not have to be as dark as normal sunglasses, giving you risk-free protection for any situation. Plus, we also apply the FL-41 tint on a dark, polarized and 100% UVA/UVB blocking lens for our FL-Sun™ tint—making them the best sunglasses you’ll ever own.
Shipped Worldwide, Including the US, UK and Canada
TheraSpecs can be purchased quickly, easily, and securely through our online store. Whether you live in the US, UK, Australia, Canada or just about anywhere else in the world, we are able to get our glasses right to your door. We even have a free shipping option for all US orders. In-stock pairs ship the same or next business day; custom orders take approximately three weeks.
Custom Frames and Prescription Glasses
For customers with existing prescription eyewear, we have fitover styles like Original WearOver and Tatum WearOver. TheraSpecs lenses can be made with your prescription too—either in a standard frame or one you already own. Readers, clip-ons, and other custom frames can also be made with TheraSpecs lenses.
60-Day Money-Back Guarantee
We're excited for you to try TheraSpecs as a tool to help you get back to the important activities and people in your life! If you don't absolutely love your TheraSpecs, we want you to know that we're here to help. You can reach out to us at any time with questions or if you need additional support in order to get the most out of your experience with our glasses.
We also encourage you to take full advantage of our return and exchange policy. If you want to try another frame or a different lens option or make a return on a readymade item, just reach out to our team within 60 days.
References:
1Sourced from data collected via an online survey of people with self-reported light sensitivity. Summary of findings can be found here: www.theraspecs.com/impact2017
2Sourced from post-purchase Net Promoter Score (NPS) surveys sent to TheraSpecs customers who self reported as having survived a brain injury.
3Garbus C. Understanding photophobia in mTBI. American Optometric Association. https://www.aoa.org/news/clinical-eye-care/diseases-and-conditions/understanding-photophobia-in-mtbi?sso=y. Published January 19, 2021. Accessed February 23, 2021.
4Digre KB. Photosensitivity and the headache patient. American Headache Society.
