Many people spend hours each day working on computers at home or the office, and many others carry smaller portable devices such as smartphones, e-readers, and tablets to use at any time during the day. That’s a lot of screen time that can take its toll on your eyes and vision, potentially leading to symptoms such as headache, tired eyes, squinting, difficulty focusing, and eye strain. 

Signs You’re Suffering From Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) – Digital Eye Strain

Here are some signs you can relate to if you suffer from Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS), also known as digital eye strain.

Symptoms Of Digital Eye Strain

• Eye strain: you may notice that your eyesight is not as clear or sharp, your eyelids feel heavy, or you have blurred vision. 
• Difficulty focusing: you may find it challenging to focus on anything for more than a few minutes without looking away.
• Headaches: you might experience headaches in the back or at the top of your forehead from squinting.
• Neck pain: some people experience neck pain from sitting in one position for too long.
• Shoulder pain: soreness around the shoulders can cause by poor posture when typing or hunching over a screen.
• Myopia: is also known as nearsightedness, where things farther away appear blurry. This syndrome affects your vision and could cause other health issues.
• Backache: The hunched position many computer users assume often leads to discomfort and even acute lower back pain. 

Additionally, combining two or more of the above symptoms indicates that you suffer from computer vision syndrome.  

Tips to Reduce Computer Vision Syndrome Symptoms by Dr. Ashfaq

A computer screen has less contrast, brightness, and sharpness than the natural environment. Due to this, your eye muscles can force to work hard to maintain proper focus constantly. These symptoms can worsen if you continue using computers every day.

If you are facing any of these symptoms, here are some suggestions to help reduce them:

• Lightning Conditions

Your computer must be in low-lighting conditions. The most important thing is to ensure that the brightness of your screen is set, so it is not too bright or too dim. One way to do this is by turning off any surrounding lights. Try to minimize the reflection on your monitor with a monitor cover.  

• Screen Positioning

Positioning your monitor straight-on might cause neck and back pain because you constantly look up and down at the same angle. For these reasons, try adjusting the height of the monitor and its tilt to keep a consistent viewing distance.

• Take A Rest While Using Screen

Take short breaks every 20 minutes by getting up and walking around the room. (If it’s possible to take a break outside, even better). Look away from your screen periodically so that your eyes don’t tire as quickly. Make sure to give your eyes plenty of natural light throughout the day.

Consult your doctor for more information about how to prevent these symptoms. Schedule an appointment with one of our optometrists if you suffer from any of these symptoms.

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