Computers, laptops, tablets, and smartphones have become daily working essentials. While these digital technologies have helped people stay efficient, they can also cause health problems such as Digital Eye Strain (DES).
Digital Eye Strain (DES) or computer vision syndrome refers to several eye conditions caused by high screen time. Without proper screen time management, digital eye strain can worsen, leading to significant discomfort and serious issues.
How exactly does the screen harm your eyes? You can look out for several common symptoms of digital eye strain, such as eyestrain, dry eyes, blurred vision, headaches, and, in some serious cases, severe neck and shoulder pain.
You can always prevent digital eye strain with simple steps. Here are some ways to protect your eyes from screens for a healthier vision!
Screen time is almost unavoidable these days, more so extended screening time is now commonplace in most jobs. Even outside of work extended screen time of some kind be it scrolling on a smartphone, playing a video game, or watching TV is the new modern way. But all that screen time can be hard on your eyes causing strain. If you are looking for a way to help give those hard-working tired eyes a rest you might be interested in the 20-20-20 Rule.
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