Relief for Near Sighted SCUBA Divers

Is near sightedness causing you problems when diving?

Do not suffer in a blurry silence. SCUBA divers today have several options available to them if they are near sighted.

SCUBA diving masks with pop-out lenses are available. Check with your local SCUBA gear store to see whether they carry replacement near sight lenses (some will carry common sizes for near sightedness). For a more precise fit you should take a prescription from your GP or doctor. Try to avoid "testing" lenses for yourself in a shop: remember that the properties of what you look through on dry land will almost certainly change underwater.
Disposable contact lenses can be used… under your dive mask of course! If you do wear disposable lenses on your dives be sure to dispose of them every time you dive to minimize the risk of contamination: aquatic microorganisms can cause some nasty ailments to your eyes if given the opportunity.
Check out the masks available from HydroOptix. HydroOptix make a range of "bug eyed" masks for near sighted SCUBA enthusiasts that are hard to beat. Although quite costly, HydroOptix dive lenses can give you almost perfect underwater vision.