Possible Symptoms of Computer Vision Syndrome¹
- Dry eyes
- Headaches
- Blurred vision
- Eyestrain
- Neck and shoulder pain
COMPUTER VISION SYNDROME / DIGITAL EYE STRAIN
Are digital screens affecting your vision?
Turns out, they could be. Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS), a.k.a. digital eye strain, refers to a group of vision-related symptoms that might be experienced as a result from using digital devices for a long period of time.¹
How to go easier on your eyes
In addition to having to focus and refocus on screens, there's a 60% decrease in the amount of blinking when using digital devices, which can dry out your eyes²⁻³, contributing to the possibility of digital eye strain.
Fortunately, there are ways to help.
- Look approx 66cm away for 20 seconds, every 20 minutes
- Keep your computer screen approx 66cm away from your face and slightly below eye level
- Try to remember to blink
Footnotes
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1. Computers & Vision, Good Vision for life. Accessed: 07/05/2024. Link: www.optometry.org.au/wp-content/uploads/GVFL/Brochure_PDFs/Computers-and-Vision-2018-A4-single-page-final.pdf.
2. Tsubota K Nakamori K. Dry eyes and video display terminals. N Engl J Med. 1993;328(8):584. Doi: 10.1056/NEJM199302253280817.
3. Patel S, Henderson R, Bradley L, et al. Effect of visual display unit use on blink rate and tear stability. Optom Vis Sci 1991;68(11):888-892. doi10.1097/00006324-199111000-00010.
4. JJV Data on File 2022. TearStable™ Technology Definition. MAX publication with Dr. Poma.
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