A 39-year-old member asked:
Is there a way to prevent eye strain and headache from staring at the computer monitor?
2 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in
Dr. David Kiraanswered
Ophthalmology 23 years experience
Yes: Be sure to use the 20/20/20 rule: every 20 minutes, look up for 20 seconds at something at least 20 feet away. Make sure your glasses are correctly focused and use artificial tears as necessary for dryness.
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Dr. Maritza Baezanswered
Family Medicine 19 years experience
Yes: Our eyes are designed to see things in 3d. When you look at a computer/book etc for a long time (a 2d surface) you can strain your eyes or get dry eyes. Every 20 minutes rest your eyes for 20 seconds by looking at something at least 20 feet away.
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A 43-year-old member asked:
How do I prevent eye strain and headache from staring at the computer monitor?
1 doctor answer • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Jeffrey Davisanswered
Ophthalmology 18 years experience
Breaks/Glasses: To prevent eye strain, take frequent breaks by looking out a window or far off distance. This relaxes the muscle in the eye that is straining to read the computer. Also, light reading glasses may be needed to help you see clearly and avoid strain. Check with your eye doctor if the strain persists as a pair of computer glasses may be helpful.
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