Visual Fatigue
Visual Fatigue is vision related problem that results from prolonged use of digital devices like computers, smartphones, tablets PCs, etc. The level of discomfort increases with the amount of digital device usage.
Symptoms:
The most common symptoms are eyestrain, headaches, blurred vision, dry eyes, neck pain, shoulder pain & lower back ache.
Causes:
These symptoms may be caused by improper lighting conditions, glare of digital device/s screen, improper viewing distances, poor seating posture, uncorrected vision problems & a combination of these factors. In our modern lifestyle on an average we spend average 80% of our time indoors surrounded by harmful artificial light.
Care:
Spectacles or contact lenses prescribed for general use may not be adequate for extensive digital device usage. Special lenses, lens powers or coatings may help to maximize visual abilities and comfort. Regular eye check-ups and proper viewing habits can help to prevent or reduce the development of the symptoms associated with Visual Fatigue.
