Computer Vision Syndrome

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Over 175 million Americans use a computer either on the job or
at home. Nearly 75% of these people report vision problems as
a result of their computer use.

Are you one them?

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Dry and irritated eyes, difficulty focusing, headaches, backaches,
neck strain, and double vision are just a few of the symptoms
caused by computer use. Collectively, these symptoms are known
as “Computer Vision Syndrome,” which the American Optometric
Association (AOA) defines as being “related to near work…
experienced during…computer use.”

You might recognize that phrase “near work” from an earlier
lesson. As you learned in Lesson 6, computer use causes
near-point stress-reported by the AOA as one of the leading
causes of nearsightedness and its progression.

How does the computer hurt your eyes?

Human eyes were not made to look at a computer screen. The screen
you are viewing right now is actually made up of thousands of
pixels. Pixels are, essentially, colored dots that make up the
image you see or the text you read. The more pixels on your screen
for a given image, the clearer the image will appear.

But your eyes cannot focus directly on each of these thousands of
pixels. Instead, you have to focus over and over to keep the
images sharp-which causes strain and tension in your eyes.

Computer screens have also been shown to reduce blink rates by
up to five times! This is why your eyes feel dry and irritated
after staring at the screen.

Think of blinking like breathing: you can’t do without it. Reduced
blinking could be said to be the asthma of the eyes.

So, short of quitting your job, what can you do about Computer
Vision Syndrome?

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In the long term, following the Rebuild Your Vision program will help
you combat the deterioration caused by the near-point stress of
computer use.

And in the short term, here are some tips your eyes will
appreciate.

Esential Tip #1: Monitor Your Monitor

Repositioning your monitor is an easy and effective way to avoid
awkward head or eye movements. It should be squarely in front of
you at a distance of 18 to 28 inches, with the top of the monitor
(not the screen) level with your eyes.

You may also have to adjust the angle of your monitor to allow
your eyes to remain in a natural position (straight ahead and
slightly down).

Essential Tip #2: Glare Care

Modifying your office lighting will eliminate glare and harsh
reflections. First, find the source of the glare: is it coming
from a window, task light, or the computer screen itself?

Adjust blinds or curtains to minimize sunlight. Turn down
overhead lights so that the brightness of the screen and the
surrounding room are balanced. Task lights should be positioned
to provide direct light for reading and other office work but
should not shine directly on the computer.

Essential Tip #3: Take a Break-the “10-10-10″ Rule

It’s easy to lose track of time at the computer. So you need to
learn how to take a break. Here’s how:

Place a piece of masking tape with “10-10-10″ on it to remind you
to perform the “10-10-10″ rule: Every time you are performing
close vision work for over 10 consecutive minutes, look up and
focus on anything that is at least 10 feet away, for at least 10
seconds.

This simple rule helps to prevent the damaging effects of
near-point stress and could literally save your eyesight! (And a
computer break is a perfect excuse to perform your Vision for
Life eye exercises.)

Essential Tip #4: Some Folks Have Special Needs

Seniors should take extra care arranging their work stations. The
AOA notes that workers over 50 years of age require twice the
light levels of young adults for comfortable work.

By the same token, very often small children share the same
computer as their parents, a situation that can lead to injury,
as monitor distance and position have been set up to accommodate
the adults.

These tips were excerpted from an article in our monthly
newsletter, which for a limited time you will receive free when
you order the Rebuild Your Vision program. (For more information,
visit
http://www.rebuild-your-vision.com/order-guaranteed.htm

Past articles have included “Children’s Eye Health,” “Five Steps to Help Prevent Macular Degeneration,” and “Why Does My Vision Get Worse at
Night?” among many other topics.

To your vision — for life,

With Permission: Orlin Sorensen

http://www.rebuild-your-vision.com/order-guaranteed.htm

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