Electronic devices may cause Computer Vision Syndrome

Electronic devices have surrounded us.Even if we wish,we can't escape their grip.Specially corporate executive literally spends his life in front of his laptop/desktop.Obviously with their extended usage eyes get affected.There is disorder known as Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) which corporate executives.In this eye discomfort and complex vision problems arise. It can result in headaches, blurred or double vision, burning or tired eyes, dry eyes, eye strains, loss of focus and neck and shoulder pain. These symptoms are caused by poor lighting conditions, glare on the computer screen, improper viewing distances, poor seating posture, uncorrected vision problems and many a times, a combination of all these factors.

Regular eye examinations and proper viewing habits can help prevent or reduce development of the symptoms associated with Computer Vision Syndrome.‪

Adjusting the display settings of your computer can also help in reducing eye strain and fatigue. Keep your computer at a distance of 20-26 inches away from your eyes. Also, make sure that the centre of your monitor should be 4-9 inches below the eye level. Adjust the brightness and contrast of the display, so that it is approximately the same as the brightness of your surrounding workstation. Adjust the text size and contrast for comfort, especially when reading or composing long documents. Usually, black print on a white background is the best combination for comfortable reading. Reducing the color temperature of your display can also be of great help as it lowers the amount of blue light emitted by a color display for better long-term viewing comfort.

While working on a desktop, make sure that the keyboard and the mouse are located below the elbow level. One may also use keyboard extension board for a more comfortable typing experience. Also, the wrist should not bend while typing.

Our posture too plays an important role in avoiding the condition called Computer Vision Syndrome. While sitting on the chair, your feet should be firmly chaired to the ground and your knees should be at a right angle (90 degrees) or more. Keep your back straight and shoulders at the back and your arms should be parallel to the floor while typing

Another cause of computer eye strain is focusing fatigue. To reduce the risk of tiring your eyes, look away from your computer at least every 20 minutes and gaze at a distant object (at least 20 feet away) for minimum 20 seconds. Eye doctors call this routine the 20-20-20 rule. Another exercise is to look far away at an object for 10-15 seconds, then gaze at something up close for 10-15 seconds. Then again look back at the distant object. Do this 10 times.