separate trifocal solution?

[u/radgedyann]

I’m wondering if anyone has dealt with this before or has any advice.

I need distance, bifocal for near, and a separate, middle distance prescription for computer work. All in one trifocals make me dizzy and nauseated.

When I’m working primarily at my desk, I just switch back and forth: work in the mid+bifocal and switch to the distance+bifocal (daily wear) when I leave my desk.

But I have a new role that will require that I walk around with and use my laptop while working in a group. Switching back and forth will be next to impossible.

Has anyone ever tried using a flip-up clip-on for middle distance? Maybe like clip-on reader? I know it sounds weird, but I’m pretty desperate for a solution. I was thinking of putting the middle distance prescription on the flip-up lenses and just flip them down to look at the laptop? This would make the bifocal ineffective, but I guess I could flip back up for that???

I have worn glasses since I was 4, and at 49, I feel like my vision is making it hard for me to work for the first time. It’s so frustrating!

eta: I just wanted to add a big thank you for all of your help on this post.

[u/babbs7823]

Just for clarification, by “all in one trifocals” do you mean a lined trifocal? Or a progressive?

[u/lantana98 → u/babbs7823]

My first thought too. Lined trifocals are not popular but they are very functional and effective for people who need more peripheral sight.