Can people with presbyopia or nearsightedness wear contact lenses ?

Presbyopia

Presbyopia is an aging condition where the lens of the eye loses its ability to focus. The lens is the part of the eye that works with the cornea to focus light on the retina. When the lens, cornea, and retina work together correctly, the result is a clear, sharp image. Since it is a natural part of the aging process and not a disease, there are no preventative measures for presbyopia. Maintaining overall health as a means to eye health is always recommended. Fruits and vegetables high in vitamins A, C and E are key foods for eye health. Taking frequent breaks while doing close work allows the ocular muscles to unwind. Try looking off into the distance every ten minutes or so to keep your eyes relaxed. Wearing sunglasses to prevent UV damage to the eyes helps keep vision sharp later in life. 

Contact Lenses for Presbyopia

People in the early stages of presbyopia, called emerging presbyopes, are often unpleasantly surprised by the new difficulty in seeing up close, especially if they've never had vision problems before. In addition, many are unhappy about the idea of wearing bifocal glasses.

Fortunately, bifocal contact lenses are now available in many soft and GP lens designs. Similar to bifocal eyeglasses, bifocal contacts have two prescriptive powers for distance and near vision. Multifocal contact lenses are also available with additional variations in power to correct near, intermediate, and far vision.

If you find yourself holding books, menus and phone screens farther and farther away in order to focus properly, or if close work, like reading or handwriting, gives you headaches or eyestrain, you may be showing early signs of presbyopia.

Here is a great resource to learn more about the benefits of contact lenses for people with presbyopia.
 Presbyopia Contact Lenses