Computer Vision Syndrome

Computers make up a lot of daily life. We use them for work, games, and socializing. You might even be reading this on a computer. Unfortunately, too much time on one without a break can lead to computer vision syndrome. If you live in Maywood, NJ, come visit us at Elite Vision Eyecare and an optometrist on our optometry team will work with you to help you overcome this condition.

What Happens with Computer Vision Syndrome?

If someone looks at a computer screen for too long, he may unconsciously not blink as much as normal. As a result, he can have dry eye, which is when the eye doesn't produce enough tears (or the right kind) to keep the eyes lubricated. Those with computer syndrome can also have blurry vision, headaches, and back pain from hunching over the computer.

What Are the Risk Factors?

You may be at a greater risk if you already have dry eye disease, have a refractive error, or are older. Since a lot of jobs rely on computers, computer syndrome can be difficult to avoid without conscious effort or without the help of an optometrist near you.

How Is It Diagnosed?

If you look for an eye doctor near you, we can help. We can conduct eye exams to decide if your symptoms are caused by computer vision syndrome or if another eye problem is causing your symptoms. We may ask you questions about your symptoms, how often you use computers or other digital devices, your family history of eye issues, and other eye conditions you may have been diagnosed with.

How Is It Treated?

One treatment is to get artificial tears for the dry eye. You can also consciously blink more often, since that can help produce more lubrication for the eyes. There are computer glasses that may help prevent computer use from affecting your sleep.

Computer vision is an issue that may affect a lot of people in this modern age. By getting treatment. you may be able to improve your chances of avoiding it altogether. If you have any questions, you can always ask an eye doctor on our team.

Get Eye Exams from an Eye Doctor Near You for Dry Eye

At Elite Vision Eyecare, we want the residents of Maywood, NJ, to be able to see their best and not have issues with computer vision syndrome. Contact us today to make an appointment. Call us at (201) 845-4700 for eye exams from an eye doctor near you for dry eye.