Rest for Your Eyes
In today’s busy day-to-day life, many of us spend hours in front of screens, whether for work, school, or entertainment. Over time, this constant focus can tire your eyes and cause discomfort. Digital eye strain can lead to headaches, dry eyes, blurred vision, and even neck and shoulder tension.
At McCauley Celin Eyecare Associates in Pittsburgh, we understand how stressful and uncomfortable digital eye strain can be. Our dedicated team works with you to identify the source of your discomfort and develop a personalized approach to managing your symptoms.
Book an appointment with us to learn more about digital eye strain and manage your symptoms today.
What Is Digital Eye Strain?
Digital eye strain, also called computer vision syndrome, occurs when your eyes are overworked by prolonged use of digital devices such as computers, tablets, and smartphones.
Factors such as glare, reflections, poor lighting, and improper viewing distances can worsen the condition. Preexisting vision issues like uncorrected myopia, astigmatism, or presbyopia can also make symptoms more noticeable.
Common signs of digital eye strain can include:
- Eyestrain or fatigue
- Headaches
- Dry or irritated eyes
- Neck and shoulder discomfort
These symptoms develop because the eyes are exerting extra effort to maintain clear vision without rest.
Digital Eye Strain Management and Prevention
The first step in treating digital eye strain is visiting us for a comprehensive eye exam. During your exam, our team will review your symptoms and discuss what your day of screen usage looks like.
Our comprehensive eye exam can help our doctors determine what the root of your discomfort may be and develop a treatment plan.
When dealing with digital eye strain, there are some methods of treatment you can add to your daily schedule to assist in relieving symptoms.
Usually, when you’re staring at a screen for long periods of time, whether for work or entertainment, your eyes will be in a state of intense focus and forget to blink. Not blinking enough can cause your eyes to dry out and become irritated.
Artificial tear eye drops are a great option to lubricate your eyes and provide some relief when this occurs.
Lighting can be essential to monitor when it comes to digital eye strain. If your workstation lighting is too dim or too bright, it can affect your eyes.
Ensuring that your screens are adequately lit can help to prevent squinting and straining your eyes. Glare can also contribute to eye strain, so getting that perfect lighting is crucial for your eye health.
A theme with digital eye strain is how getting lost in your work and sitting in front of your screen for long periods of time can strain and dry out your eyes. Focusing on your task is important, but it’s crucial that you allow your eyes to take a break.
The 20-20-20 rule can help give your eyes a break. To put the 20-20-20 rule into practice, you will:
- Look away from your screen every 20 minutes.
- Focus on something that is 20 feet away.
- Look at your object of focus for at least 20 seconds.
At McCauley Celin Eyecare Associates, we provide various frames and specialty lenses to help you keep your eyes healthy. Wearing the proper eyewear can help reduce eyestrain, especially when you are working on a digital screen for long periods.
Special blue light glasses are just one of the ways you can protect your eyes from the blue light given off digital screens.
Find Relief Today
Digital eye strain can cause discomfort, and practicing early prevention by monitoring your screen time can be one of the best ways to keep it under control.
Contact us to learn more about digital eye strain and book an appointment to explore your management options today.
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Wexford
We’re located on Brooktree Road in the Brooktree Center Office Park. If you have trouble finding us, please give us a call.
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Closed for lunch 12:40 pm to 1:40 pm
Perrysville
Find us just off Perry Highway next to Allegheny North Veterinary Hospital. Give us a call if you have any trouble locating our office.
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Closed for lunch 12:40 pm to 1:40 pm
Gibsonia
Our practice is located just off William Flinn Highway. Give us a call if you have any problems finding us.
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