Computer vision is a digital eye strain that occurs when utilizing computers and other gadgets with digital screens, such as tablets and smartphones, for a prolonged period of time. Statistics show that between 50 and 90 percent of people using computers experience digital eye strain symptoms. The bright light of the screens causes this form of eye strain, as your eyes require you to constantly focus and refocus as you read things on the monitor.
At Macias Eye Medical Centers in Riverside and Fontana, CA, we can help with conditions like computer vision. We offer advanced optometry services, ranging from regular eye exams to laser-assisted eye surgeries. Our professionals can find a treatment plan to help preserve your vision.
Causes of Computer Vision
The risk factors that cause this digital strain include:
- Poor lighting
- Looking at a digital screen every day
- Uncorrected vision issues such as astigmatism and farsightedness
- Incorrect prescription eyeglasses
- Incorrect viewing distance or angle
- Poor sitting posture
Symptoms of Computer Vision
Digital eye strain can cause varying symptoms, including:
- Eye fatigue
- Blurred vision
- Dry eye
- Double vision
- Eye discomfort
- Eye itching
- Eye redness
- Neck and shoulder pain
- Headaches
- Eye tearing
Most of these symptoms are short-term. Some fade away if you stop using a computer or digital devices as often. However, it would be best not to ignore these symptoms as they can morph into long-term eye problems.
Computer Vision Treatment
Our optometrists devise treatment options depending on the severity and duration of your computer vision syndrome. Most likely, our eye doctors will prescribe specially-designed glasses to wear when you are using a computer screen. Additionally, we will recommend you follow several tips to decrease your symptoms, including:
- Resting your eyes at least fifteen minutes after every two hours of computer use
- Mitigating glare from close light sources
- Utilization of a flat-screen monitor
- Enlarging the text on your computer screen
- Remembering to blink often
- Positioning your computer screen so that it is 20-28 inches from your eye
- Sitting comfortably on a chair that supports your neck and back, preventing them from straining
Schedule Your Eye Appointment
At Macias Eye Medical Centers, serving Riverside and Fontana, CA, we help our patients understand the benefits of routine eye care. We can diagnose and treat your eye conditions to preserve your vision. To learn more about our services or to schedule an appointment, call us today.