Computer Vision Syndrome
What is Computer Vision Syndrome?Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) is a condition that affects many computer users, which reduces one productive at work. Approximately 70% of computer workers are reported to having vision problems. The symptoms CVS include eyestrain, dry or burning eyes, blurred vision, headaches, double vision, distorted color vision, and neck and backaches. What causes CVS?The condition is caused by various factors. One factor is poor visual skills such as accommodative (eye focusing) skills or binocularity (eye coordination/eye teaming) skills. Another factor is the tendency of computer users to stare at monitors for long periods without changing eye focus from time to time. The distance between a computer user and a monitor is another factor. Room lighting, monitor glare, screen color, print color, and print size can also be contributing factors to this condition. What are the symptoms of CVS?Because working at a computer is a visually demanding task, often in a compromised visual environment, various forms of discomfort (and decreased performance) commonly occur. Here are the most common symptoms of CVS:
How is CVS treated?CVS may be improved by vision therapy, prescription glasses, or modifications to a computer workstation. Consult a NewSight VisionCare optometrist to determine if your accommodative (eye focusing) or binocularity (eye coordination/eye teaming) skills are adequate. Computer users are at higher risk for irritated eyes. Plus, the usual bifocal and progressive addition lens corrections don't work well for computer users. Your NewSight VisionCare optometrist can recommend special designed glasses that reduce or eliminate CVS. Latest Blog Posts
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