Migraine is a genetic neurological disease that affects nearly 48 million people in the United States — that’s almost 1 in 5 patients in your practice. Around 90% of people with migraine experience light sensitivity during an attack, and specific wavelengths of light have been shown to trigger migraine attacks and worsen migraine-related headache pain. Within the last two decades, research identified the pathways through which light can trigger pain in people living with migraine and light sensitivity. It was found that exposure to specific blue, amber, and red wavelengths of light could increase migraine headache intensity, whereas green light could soothe it.
What Makes Avulux Lenses Unique?
You may have heard that Avulux lenses are the world’s only clinically proven lens for people living with migraine and light sensitivity. But what exactly does that mean?
Avulux lenses feature a multi-band precision optical filter that blocks up to 97% of harmful blue, amber, and red light while allowing soothing green light to pass through. This groundbreaking lens design was proven in a 2020 double-blind, randomized, placebo-controlled study conducted by an independent clinical research organization, where Avulux lenses demonstrated clinical and statistical significance compared to a clear placebo lens.
Real-World Impact: Patient Feedback
In 2024, Avulux conducted an extensive patient feedback survey to better understand how Avulux lenses were helping patients with migraine and light sensitivity. The results were overwhelmingly positive:
93%
of Avulux wearers reported decreased light sensitivity during and between migraine attacks.
91%
of wearers experienced a soothing sensation while wearing the glasses.
Improving Quality of Life
Migraine can be incredibly disruptive to patients’ personal lives. According to the survey, 77% of people living with migraine said they were unable to interact with their family as much as they would like due to their migraine attacks. Wearing Avulux lenses to manage the impact of light allowed patients to get back to the activities that matter most.
87%
of Avulux wearers said they could engage more fully in daily activities like work, hobbies, and spending time with family and friends.
Boosting Professional Productivity
In professional settings, migraine attacks are equally disruptive. A staggering 55% of people living with migraine said it had negatively impacted their career goals. Even more alarming, 24% reported seeking emergency room care due to severe headaches. The World Health Organization has identified migraine as the sixth most disabling disease in the world.
Outside of headache pain, a North American study reported that light sensitivity is the most bothersome migraine symptom and light exposure triggers up to 60% of migraine attacks. The good news is that wearing Avulux lenses to filter light can help:
91%
of wearers found it easier to view digital screens while wearing Avulux lenses, a crucial benefit in today’s remote work environment.
76%
of wearers felt more secure, experiencing less stress and anxiety about potential migraine attacks, leading to increased productivity.
Growing Your Practice with Avulux
Adding a migraine sub-specialty to your practice can have a highly positive impact on practice growth. According to the survey, 87% of Avulux wearers said they would recommend Avulux lenses to a friend or colleague. Here are just a few of the testimonials that can enhance your marketing efforts:
“Love them. Made me feel immediately better in light-sensitive environments… I got home and was overwhelmed with emotion about how freeing it was to just put on glasses and get a sense of calm from them being on.”
“Amazing. And I have tried many versions of FL41 to help out, but nothing has worked like these for computers, intense light, and sunshine.”
“I have told other friends that get migraines about these glasses and that they 100% help.”
“They definitely help with my light sensitivity… Great improvement.”
Clinically Proven, Patient-Approved
In summary, Avulux lenses are a safe, effective, and clinically validated light management solution for patients living with migraine and light sensitivity. Eye care professionals now have access to an independently proven tool that improves the lives of patients and helps your practice grow. You can feel confident offering Avulux lenses, knowing its efficacy is supported by both clinical research and patient feedback.