Digital Eye Strain | Murray Vision Center, PC

Protecting Your Eyes from Digital Eye Strain

We spend countless hours in front of screens—computers, smartphones, tablets, and TVs. This prolonged screen time can lead to digital eye strain, a condition characterized by discomfort, headaches, and vision problems.

At Murray Vision Center, PC, we understand the challenges posed by digital eye strain and offer effective solutions to help you manage and alleviate discomfort.

Through regular eye exams and discussions about your screen time, we can recommend different management options, including blue light glasses and Neurolens technology. Don’t let digital eye strain slow you down—contact us to schedule your appointment today.

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What Is Digital Eye Strain?

Digital eye strain, also known as computer vision syndrome, is a common condition caused by prolonged exposure to digital screens characterized by eye fatigue, dry eyes, headaches, and neck and shoulder pain.

We aim to educate our patients and help them overcome digital eye strain through in-office treatment methods and at-home management techniques.

Understanding Digital Eye Strain

Patient education plays a big role at Murray Vision Center, PC. We go beyond just providing treatments for your eye care needs. We also want to help you understand how digital eye strain is affecting your eyes and vision and learn the symptoms to look out for.

There are several factors that may contribute to digital eye strain, including:

Extended screen time
Poor lighting in your workspace
Incorrect distance or angle while viewing your screen
Infrequent blinking
Uncorrected vision problems, such as astigmatism and presbyopia

Helping You Manage Digital Eye Strain

We understand that every individual’s needs are unique. Our team will conduct a thorough eye exam to assess your specific symptoms and recommend the most appropriate solutions.

Whether it’s blue light glasses, Neurolens technology, or a combination of both, we’ll work with you to develop a personalized plan to manage your digital eye strain effectively.

By incorporating these strategies into your daily routine, you can help reduce the impact of digital eye strain on your overall well-being.

Neurolens Technology

Neurolens is an innovative solution that provides relief from the symptoms of digital eye strain. These lenses incorporate a slight prism to correct eye alignment issues that can cause discomfort and fatigue.

By addressing the root cause of these symptoms, Neurolens helps reduce headaches, neck pain, and eye strain associated with prolonged screen use.

The symptoms Neurolens can help with include:

Headaches and migraines
Eye strain and fatigue
Dizziness
Dry eyes
Neck and shoulder pain

Blue Light Glasses

Exposure to blue light emitted by digital screens can sometimes disrupt sleep patterns. Blue light glasses are specially designed to filter out blue light. These glasses are available in both prescription and non-prescription options and can be a valuable tool for anyone spending significant time in front of screens.

The 20-20-20 Rule

One of the simplest and most effective ways to manage digital eye strain is by following the 20-20-20 rule. This rule suggests that for every 20 minutes you spend looking at a screen, you should take a 20-second break and look at something 20 feet away.

This practice helps reduce eye fatigue and gives your eyes a much-needed rest from continuous time spent focusing on a screen.

Additional Tips for Managing Digital Eye Strain

Some other tips for managing digital eye strain include:

Adjusting screen brightness and contrast: Lowering the brightness and increasing the contrast of your screen may help reduce eye strain.
Adjusting viewing distance: Maintain a distance of about an arm’s length between your eyes and the screen.
Blinking frequently: Consciously blinking helps keep your eyes moist.
An ergonomic workspace: Ensure your computer monitor is at eye level to minimize neck strain.

Take Control of Your Eye Health

Don’t let digital eye strain affect your daily life. Schedule an appointment with Murray Vision Center, PC today to learn more about our digital eye strain management solutions, including blue light glasses, Neurolens, and other effective strategies.

Contact us now to book your consultation and start seeing the world more comfortably.

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