What are the Causes of Computer Vision Syndrome?

Uncorrected or under corrected vision problems
Contact lens users may suffer from dryness or infections of eyes which may increase their chances of CVS
Improper seating posture
Improper viewing distances
Improper viewing angles may make you bend your head closer or tilt your head towards the computer screen resulting in pain in the back and neck muscles
Constant focus and refocus of the eyes. When your eyes have to constantly adjust between reading notes, typing and checking the screen along with the flicker and glare of the screen, your eye muscles are under a lot of constant strain which may cause CVS
Exposure to continuous reflections and glare of the computer screen and other digital devices for more than two hours daily
Stress
Poor resolution or contrast of computer
Poor lighting from overhead lights, lampshades, windows or between computer and surroundings
Working nonstop and taking inadequate breaks or rest periods

What are the Symptoms & Signs of Computer Vision Syndrome?

The symptoms and signs of computer vision syndrome or digital eyestrain include:

Headaches
Eyestrain
Blurred vision, difficulty in focusing, double vision
Dryness of eyes
Irritation, redness and burning in eyes
Neck and shoulder pain
Stiffness and pain in the back
Tired feeling in the eyes
Difficulty or slowness in changing focus between far and near distances

Eyestrain, Headaches, Blurred Vision: Primary Symptoms of Computer Vision Syndrome

Published on Feb 21, 2019
Last Updated on Sep 18, 2020

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