Digital Eye Strain

Manage Digital Eye Strain Bit by Bit

Screens are part of our day-to-day lives.

Constantly looking at screens can leave our eyes feeling tired, irritated, and strained.

Fortunately, there are strategies and treatments to help you alleviate symptoms of digital eye strain. We’re here to help. Contact us or book an appointment today.

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Understanding
Digital Eye Strain

Digital eye strain causes your eyes to feel dry and fatigued after prolonged screen time.

We all blink significantly less when staring at a screen (about half as much as we should) while trying to focus on one point and probably not taking enough breaks. Digital eye strain can happen to anyone who uses a digital device, such as a smartphone or laptop.

The common signs and symptoms of digital eye strain include:

Headaches
Back, neck, or shoulder pain
Dry or watery eyes
Burning or itching
Light sensitivity
Blurred or double vision
Difficulty concentrating

Prevention & Treatment

Get proactive about digital eye strain with a few simple techniques to give your eyes a well-deserved rest.

The 20-20-20 Rule

Use the 20-20-20 rule every day to help manage digital eye strain. Every 20 minutes, take 20 seconds to stare at something 20 feet away from you. This gives your eyes time to fully relax.

Adjust Your Desk

Adjust the brightness and contrast on your monitor as needed and reconfigure your monitor to reduce glare. You can also move your screen slightly below eye level to help manage eye strain.

New Glasses

There is eyewear available with special coatings specifically designed for prolonged computer use. These special lenses help mitigate the amount of harsh light reaching your eyes from a screen, which helps your eyes focus for longer.

Conquer Digital Eye Strain

Contact our team today to learn more about how we can help you manage digital eye strain.

Our Location

Elite Vision Consultants is located in Crown Point, on the corner of North Main Street and West Robinson Street. There is street parking available directly in front of our office. If you’re having trouble finding us, please don’t hesitate to give us a call!

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