Computer Ey Strain – Is it a good idea to consider getting Glasses to protect from computer glare?
Posted on February 27th, 2010 by admin
Do they even check for this sorta of thing at an O.D.? I have always had very good vision, never worn glasses or needed them – but since I now work very long hours and very long weeks I have noticed my eyes get tired, blurring and I get headaches much easier. I would consider talking to an optometrist if it seems like a good idea, but other than the eye strain my vision is fine. I would like to keep my good vision as long as I can, so is it a probable cause to get glasses for when I use the comptuer? Do they make such eyewear to "protect" your eyes?
They do make glasses designed specifically for working on the computer. Since you’ve made a change in how hard you’re making your eyes work, go ahead and ask an optometrist about it. Getting your eyes checked while you’re at it would be a good idea, too. Good luck!
February 27th, 2010 at 11:19 am
If you’re using a conventional, tube type monitor, your eyes will suffer because it acts as a light source causing you to blink less, which leads to eye strain. The best thing to do is to get an LCD flat panel monitor. They are much easier on the eyes and you will find that everything looks crisper.
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February 27th, 2010 at 11:42 am
PC users may often complain of eye strain, pain, stiffness in their backs and shoulders, and stress. These complaints can be a result of PC users may often complain of eye strain, pain, stiffness in their backs and shoulders, and stress. These complaints can be a result of:using a PC for long periods of time, Improper positioning of the PC.,Poor lighting,
Poor posture,and Stiff deadlines.
The following are steps to prevent eyestrain:
Reduce glare.
Keep the PC away from you and at right angles to a window.
Turn off or shield overhead lights.
Wear a visor to block overhead lights if necessary.
Place your paperwork close enough so that you don’t have to keep refocusing when switching from the screen to the paper.
Use a paper document holder placed at the same height as the PC screen.
Place the screen in such a manner that your line of sight is 10 to 15 degrees (about one-third of a 45-degree angle) below the horizontal position.
Dust off the screen often.
Blink often to keep your eyes from getting dry.
Tell your eye specialist that you use a PC.
Glasses and contacts worn for other activities may not be good for work on a PC.
If the image on the PC screen is blurred, dull, or flickers, have it serviced right away.
Try keeping the PC screen at least two feet away from your eyes.
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February 27th, 2010 at 11:47 am
They do make glasses designed specifically for working on the computer. Since you’ve made a change in how hard you’re making your eyes work, go ahead and ask an optometrist about it. Getting your eyes checked while you’re at it would be a good idea, too. Good luck!
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Experience – I’m nearsighted and I’ve had "computer" glasses before