As people age, the human eye undergoes natural changes that significantly affect lighting needs. The eye’s lens gradually yellows and loses transparency, the pupil shrinks, and the ability to accommodate declines. Standard lighting, sufficient for younger individuals, is often completely inadequate—and sometimes even hazardous—for seniors.
How does Spectrasol address key vision challenges for seniors?
Our pro-cognitive lighting is ideal for older adults because its features directly tackle the most common issues:
- Higher light requirements: It is estimated that a 65-year-old needs up to three times more light for the same visual task than a 20-year-old. Our fixtures provide high illuminance levels, enabling seniors to read, move around, and perform detailed tasks safely.
- Increased sensitivity to glare: Aging eyes are much more sensitive to glare. With our advanced optical systems and low UGR values, we minimize the risk of glare, which can be uncomfortable and even dangerous (e.g., on stairs).
- Reduced color and contrast perception: Thanks to our sun-like spectrum with CRI > 95 and R9 > 90, seniors perceive colors and contrasts clearly. This helps them better recognize objects, food, or medications and navigate their environment more safely.
- Circadian rhythm stabilization: Quality sleep is essential for senior regeneration. Exposure to our full-spectrum light during the day, warm light in the evening, and orange light for nighttime orientation supports a healthy sleep cycle and improves both mental well-being and cognitive function.
Installing Spectrasol lighting in spaces used by seniors is not a luxury but a crucial step to enhance their safety, independence, and overall quality of life.
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