Computer Vision Syndrome, Digital Eye Strain - When You Spend Too Much Time in Front of a Screen

Computer Vision Syndrome, Digital Eye Strain - When You Spend Too Much Time in Front of a Screen

What is computer vision syndrome, or digital eye strain?

The article discusses a diagnosis that refers to eye problems caused by the screen of a computer, mobile phone, laptop or other digital device, that is, working or scrolling in front of it for a long time.

When reading from the screen of a digital device, the eyes work under a lot of strain - if you spend more time on a mobile phone or computer than recommended, your eyesight suffers, this is serious stress. When working at a computer, it is necessary to keep your distance from the screen, blink often, and rest as much as possible.

Common symptoms are:

  • Eye strain, strain;
  • Headache;
  • Blurred vision;
  • Dry eyes;
  • Neck and shoulder pain.

Symptoms are caused by the following conditions:

  • Poor lighting in the room;
  • Bright light on a digital screen;
  • Sitting too close to the screen;
  • Sitting posture is incorrect;
  • You have already had vision problems and did not pay attention to them, that is, did not consult an ophthalmologist;
  • A combination of these factors.

 

 

Source: 

https://www.aoa.org/healthy-eyes/eye-and-vision-conditions/computer-vision-syndrome