The Risks of Digital Eye Strain and How to Prevent It

With so much of our lives spent on digital devices, digital eye strain is becoming increasingly common. Staring at screens for long periods can lead to symptoms like dry eyes, headaches, blurred vision, and neck pain. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to reduce these symptoms and keep your eyes comfortable.

One of the easiest ways to reduce digital eye strain is by following the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, take a 20-second break to look at something 20 feet away. This helps reduce the constant focusing effort your eyes make while looking at a screen. Adjusting your screen brightness, sitting at an appropriate distance, and using blue light-filtering glasses can also make a difference.

If digital eye strain is affecting your daily life, Dr. Christopher J. Parot at Desert Oasis Eye Care and Optical can help. We can provide customized solutions, like blue light glasses or recommendations for screen habits, to make screen time easier on your eyes.