Do Your Have Signs of Computer Vision?

If you have an office job that requires continuous work on the computer, you’re a prime candidate for computer vision syndrome, i.e. eye problems caused by extensive computer use. These problems can range from eye strain to blurred vision. If you’re experiencing problems with your eyes, see your Lock Family Eye Care optometrist in West Des Moines. Through quality optometry care, you can find relief for your computer vision symptoms.

Dangers of Computer Vision

Staring at a computer or tablet continuously for hours on end puts enormous strain on your eye muscles. Your muscles have to work all day to keep up with changing images, flickers, glare and contrasting light off your computer. In addition to eye strain, computer vision can cause headaches, blurred vision, dry eyes and neck and shoulder pain due to poor posture. These problems don’t just affect adults; they can also cause eye problems in children, especially kids who spend a lot of time playing computer games.

Resolving Eye Problems Due to Computer Use

By changing your work (or play) habits, you can reduce eye strain and other eye problems associated with computer use. Here are a few ideas to help you get started.

  • Adjust the lighting in your office to eliminate irritating glare off your computer screen to reduce eye strain.

  • Adjust the brightness or font size on your computer to reduce eye strain. This will allow you to sit at a good distance from the screen and can help improve your posture.

  • Take frequent breaks away from your computer to rest your eyes.

  • Put the 20-20-20 rule into effect. Every 20 minutes take your eyes off the screen, look at something different 20 feet away (or more) for at least 20 seconds.

  • Blink more often while working at your computer so your eyes don’t get dry.

  • Use eye drops to alleviate computer vision symptoms. 

By doing your part to care for your eyes, you can protect your vision.

Seek Optometry Care from Lock Family Eye Care

For help with computer vision syndrome, contact your West Des Moines optometrist from Lock Family Eye Care. Call 515-267-1312 to schedule an appointment today.

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