Straining to see your screen? ð Computer Vision Syndrome is a repetitive-motion-disorder similar to carpal tunnel that can get worse over time if untreated. When your eyes follow the same path over and over, the act of focusing and refocusing causes a lot of strain on the eye muscles. The screen's flicker and glare also makes this activity more stressful than reading a book or paper. Around age 40, your eyes naturally become less flexible and your ability to focus starts to degenerate. âđ You may notice blurred vision, double vision, dry eyes, headaches, or neck pain. Work performance may also be affected if this condition is not treated. âđ To help prevent CVS, simple changes can reduce the strain on your vision, such as: â Changing lighting to reduce glare. â Positioning your monitor to be 20-28 inches away from your face. â Allowing yourself time to take breaks every 20 minutes. â Adjusting the brightness of your screen. âđ Visit your eye doctor regularly to keep your glasses or contact lenses up to date. You may require a special pair of glasses specifically for screen time, such as a bifocal lens or tinted lens material to boost contrast and filter out glare. Adults aren't the only ones who spend a lot of time viewing screens! Make sure to bring children in for checkups and ensure their tablets and computers are used responsibly. [Source: www.webmd. com/eye-health ] #visioncareservice #optometrist#fayetteville #arkansas #fayettevillearkansas #nwa #visioncare #eyedoctor #fayettevilleoptometrist #fayettevilleeyedoctor #eyeexam #vision#eyes #healthyeyes #doctorvisit #newglasses #pupil #eyeball #northwestarkansasmall#lenscrafters #nwamall #fayettevillear #localeyedoctor #localoptometrist #visionproblems #computervisionsyndrome #visionstrain #computervision #eyestrain #computerwork
