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Computer Ergonomics

Computer Ergonomics for Healthy Vision in Greenville

If you're like so many of us, you probably spend a lot of your time during the day in front of a computer screen. At Carolina Vision Care, our Greenville optometrist team wants you to know some important things you can do to keep your eyes safe during your entire screen time at work and at home.

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Our Optometrist Explain why Computer Ergonomics Matters For Healthy Vision

Research shows that nowadays our heavy use of digital technology has introduced an increased incidence of eye problems and vision disorders among people of all ages. Potential conditions that may be brought on by excessive computer use include eye strain, night vision difficulties, and dry eyes. This is due to a variety of factors, including:

  • The tendency to blink less while using a computer, which impairs normal tear production
  • The tendency to focus on near and small images for a prolonged period of time, which can strain the eye muscles
  • The emission of blue light, which has been shown to be harmful to anatomical structures within the eye

Practicing good computer ergonomics helps to reduce many of these eye health concerns. In addition to maintaining your eye health, proper workspace ergonomics can also improve productivity, work satisfaction, and overall physical health.

Top Tips for Good Computer Ergonomics from Your Greenville Eye Doctor

  • Take frequent breaks while using a computer to give your eyes adequate rest. Many recommend the 20/20/20 guideline: every 20 minutes, look at an object approximately 20 feet away for about 20 seconds.
  • Ensure that the brightness of your computer screen and overhead lights are sufficient to see clearly but not so bright that it leads to glare and squinting.
  • Keep your computer screen approximately 20-28 inches away from your eyes.
  • If you haven't already, be sure to schedule your annual eye exam with our Greenville eye doctor team. Excessive computer use can worsen under-corrected or undetected visual problems including farsightedness, nearsightedness, and astigmatism. So, it's important to have your eye health and function evaluated prior to computer work.

Looking For Greenville EyeCare? Visit Our Team at Carolina Vision Care Today

Our optometry team at Carolina Vision Care is dedicated to providing quality, affordable, and professional Greenville eye care to our fellow community members. If you have questions about workplace ergonomics that can help you maintain your vision health, contact us today at 252-752-4380 to schedule an appointment.

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