Digital Eye Strain | Eye Sea Davis Optometry

Don’t Let Your Devices Affect Your Quality of Life

Many people spend time on their digital devices, whether working, learning, or entertaining themselves. People can rely on their digital devices, but these same devices can lead to headaches, blurry vision, and tired eyes.

Our team can discuss your digital device habits, helping identify ways to improve your comfort. Visit us at Eye Sea Davis Optometry, and we can determine what’s causing your digital eye strain symptoms.

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What Is Digital Eye Strain?

Digital eye strain happens when your eyes become irritated or strained when using digital devices. You may experience irritating symptoms after using your computer, phone, or another device for long periods. As more people spend time on their digital devices, it’s no surprise that many patients experience digital eye strain.

Approximately 50% of computers users have digital eye strain symptoms, including:

Blurry vision
Dry eyes
Eye fatigue
Headaches
Sore neck & shoulders

Managing Digital Eye Strain

You don’t have to blame your devices for your digital eye strain symptoms—the cause of digital eye strain is how you use your digital devices. Your eyes become strained from focusing for long periods, whether from reading, driving, or working on the computer. Strained eyes are common when using your digital devices because these screens make your eyes work harder.

While digital eye strain can lead to irritating symptoms, you can prevent this condition by changing your digital device habits. Try out the following tips, to help prevent symptoms of digital eye strain.

Proper Posture

Make sure your shoulders aren’t rounded or hunched when using digital devices. Sitting upright with your head and neck aligned with your torso can help prevent digital eye strain.

Improve Your Workstation

Having a well-set-up workstation can help lower your chances of digital eye strain. Your screen should be at eye level, and your keyboard or mouse should be easy to reach.

Set Your Devices Up Properly

Setting up your font so you can easily read words on your screen can help prevent strained eyes. Additionally, you can turn down your screen’s brightness so it matches your surroundings.

Take Frequent Breaks

Try incorporating the 20-20-20 rule into your daily routine to give your eyes a break. Take a 20-second break every 20 minutes to look at something at least 20 feet away.

Helping You Improve Your Comfort

Digital device use can leave you with headaches and sore eyes, but we can help reduce these symptoms. Our team can review your digital habits and recommend changes to help prevent future irritation. Contact us if you have digital eye strain symptoms, and we can determine what’s causing this problem.

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