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Computer Vision Syndrome | Eye Treatment – Centre For Sight

August 4th, 2016 9:40 am

Do you spend more than 2 hours in a day working on a computer? Do your eyes feel tired in the evening after working on a computer screen? Do you occasionally suffer from blurred vision or stiff neck and shoulder pains? If your answer is yes to any of the two questions, you are not alone. Like million others, you too may be suffering from the Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) or eye strain.

Computer vision syndrome or CVS is the straining of the eyes which occurs when a person uses computer/laptop for continuous and prolonged periods of time. It is usually a temporary discomfort which fades away on its own, however if the discomfort continues to linger or worsens, one needs to follow simple day to day practices to minimize it. More than half of the people who work on computers have at least some symptoms related to eye strain problems. Nowadays even children are suffering through these issues due to continuous usage of video games, mobile phones and television.

What causes Computer Vision Syndrome?

How to avoid Computer Vision Syndrome?

1. Use proper lighting. Put shades and drapes on windows to avoid bright light coming from outside, when you are working on a computer.

2. Adjust the brightness of your computer screen. Closely match the brightness of the environment with that of your computer screen, by using the buttons on the monitor.

3. Reduce glare. Install an anti-glare screen on your monitor. Again, when outside light cannot be reduced, use a computer hood. Have an anti-reflective coating applied to your glasses. This will prevent glare and reflections on the backside of your lenses from reaching your eyes.

4. Take frequent breaks. Avoid working on computer screen for long hours. Do phone calls, or get up for a glass of water, chat with a colleague to relieve eye strain.

5. Follow 20-20-20 rule. Take a 20 second break and look 20 feet away every 20 minutes. This exercise will help you prevent strained near vision and stretch your focusing muscles.

6. Remember to blink as it rewets the eyes.

7. Exercise even when sitting. Anyone in a sedentary job, especially those using computers, should stand up, move about, or exercise their arms, legs, back, neck, and shoulders frequently.

While these measures will resolve Computer Vision Syndrome, in many cases it is recommended to visit an eye specialist for consultation whenever the above symptoms are observed.

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