Computer vision syndrome, also known as digital eye strain, refers to the vision-related problems that is caused by using a computer or digital device for long periods of time.
Many people experience computer vision syndrome and the level of discomfort increases with the amount of computer or digital device use. Your optometrist can diagnose computer vision syndrome through an eye exam. Your optometrist will examine how your eye works and responds at computer distance.
There isn’t any proof that computer or digital use causes any long-term damage to the eyes. There are several factors that determine the amount of strain your eyes feels as you work on a computer or digital device. These factors include seating posture, angle of your head, lighting in the room, glare on the screen, and distance from the screen.
Symptoms of Computer Vision Syndrome
Common symptoms of computer vision syndrome include dry eyes, eyestrain, headaches, blurred vision, and neck and shoulder pain. However, these symptoms of computer vision syndrome may be caused by other factors like glare, poor lighting, improper posture, and uncorrected vision needs. It’s important to treat your symptoms of computer vision syndrome because it could affect you more than your eyes such as issues with your performance at work.
Reducing the Effects of Computer Vision Syndrome
You can reduce the symptoms and prevent new problems of computer vision syndrome by implementing a few simple changes. Here are 4 tips to help you reduce the effects of computer vision syndrome:
1. Cut the glare
You can reduce the effects of computer vision syndrome by changing the lighting around you to cut the glare.
2. Give your eyes a break
Do you know the 20-20-20 rule? You can reduce the effects of computer vision syndrome by giving your eyes a break. You should take frequent breaks from using a computer or digital device for long periods of time. Look away from your computer or digital device every 20 minutes and look at something 20 feet away for about 20 seconds. Don’t forget to blink to keep your eyes moist too.
3. Adjust your seat
Is your seat comfortable? You can reduce the effects of computer vision syndrome by adjusting your seat. Having a comfortable chair with support for your neck and back will help to prevent neck and shoulder strain.
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