Digital eye strain: prevention is the logical option

Abstract

The constant usage of digital screens we are exposing ourselves to harmful wavelengths of light emitted by screens during continuous working and especially when in dark room. The research always explains the those who are using digital screens with the hours upon hours of close focusing for an extended period of time (without having a break) are at the high risk of digital eye strain. The concept of digital eye strain also defines as computer vision syndrome (CVS) is caused when the individual spends a significant amount of time in staring at digital screens of a desktop computer, laptop, tablets and mobile phones. Globally, personal computers were one of the commonest office tools. Almost all institutions, colleges, and homes today were using a computer regularly. However, their usage, even for 3 h/day, led to a health risk of developing computer vision syndrome (CVS), low back pain, and tension headaches. The digital eye strain may cause the various mind to moderate problems and the solutions are bit complicated. The present review focus on the possible way to prevent the digital eye strain in the common life of individual using digital instruments, which includes an eye exam, use proper lighting, minimize glare, upgrade your display.