Computer Vision Treatment
In today’s technology driven society, interacting with digital screens is a must – especially for professionals who perform job-related tasks on the computer.
With so much screen time, your eyes are stressed for the majority of the day. Even if you have never had eye problems before, you may be noticing computer vision syndrome symptoms after just two or more hours of screen time.
At iCare Vision, we take digital eye strain seriously. You can protect your eyes and achieve comfortable vision while viewing your digital screen.
Learn about computer vision syndrome and our approach to computer vision treatment.
Computer Vision Syndrome: What You Need to Know
What Is It?
Computer vision syndrome, also referred to as digital eye strain, stems from a group of vision-related challenges triggered by frequent and prolonged periods of looking at digital screens.
How computer vision syndrome affects individuals will vary from person-to-person, as it mainly depends on how, when, and how often an individual uses digital screens.
Individuals who already live with an eye issue(s) – such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, and others – are likely to experience more intense digital eye strain issues.
It’s important to note that digital eye strain doesn’t just affect those in computer-driven career fields. Computer vision syndrome affects adults, teens and young children alike.
What Are the Symptoms?
Overall, the most common symptoms of digital eye strain are:
- Dry eyes
- Irritated eyes
- Squinting
- Blurred vision
- Shoulder and neck stiffness
- Headaches
- Poor attention span
- Irritability
- Fatigue/falling asleep while reading
- Double vision
- Much more
What Causes It?
Computer vision syndrome develops from two major actions done simultaneously:
Repeatedly moving your eyes back and forth as you read
– and –
Staring at a light-emitting display for a prolonged period of time
Digital screens can really wear your eyes down. When you work at a computer all day, your eyes must work tirelessly to focus and align for long periods of time, all while battling glare, blue light, contrast, and flicker.
Additionally, when working on a digital device, then shifting your eyes to look at papers on your desk, and then looking back at your screen, your eyes are forced to readjust quickly and often.
With each movement, change in object to view, and adjustment in lighting, your eyes have to react and send images to your brain for processing. Every movement takes a lot of effort from your eye muscles, which can lead to eye strain.
If you think you are suffering or at risk of computer vision syndrome, it’s important you consult with your optometrist as soon as possible.
Treatment Options for Computer Vision Syndrome
The longer your eyes are forced on screens with no support, digital eye strain gets worse.
After a comprehensive healthy eye exam, your optometrist will be able to fully understand where your eyes are at and what your vision needs to fully support your living and working needs.
When diagnosed with computer vision syndrome, we develop a treatment plan that fits your situation and lifestyle. One of the most effective treatment options is computer eye strain glasses, including blue light blocking glasses.
Glasses for computer use:
- Deliver protection from harmful blue light and the refresh rates of digital screens
- Reduce screen glare with anti-reflective lenses
- Aid in preventing digital eye strain, eye fatigue, and eye discomfort from digital screens
- Can be specifically designed for intermediate and close-up viewing distances
- Can make you more productive, effective to stay focused and complete your work faster and easier
Additional computer vision treatment options to help you recover quickly and ensure future eye strain is prevented include vision therapy treatments and visual ergonomics – such as adjusting your work space and how you work.
Every treatment option will be reviewed in-depth with you.
Protect Your Vision with Computer Vision Treatment
Computer vision syndrome can be prevented and treated.
Regardless if you wear eyeglasses or contacts already, it’s beneficial to
schedule a comprehensive eye exam if you are experiencing any signs of digital eye strain.
While you can find inexpensive computer eye strain glasses and blue light blocking glasses over-the-counter, an accurate and customized eyeglass prescription is needed to fully protect your vision and deliver true eye comfort.
Let us help you return to a productive workday with more comfortable eyes. Schedule a healthy eye exam for a quick and painless assessment and learn about your various options in glasses for computer use and blue light blocking glasses.
