Computer vision syndrome and your eyes

Eyes feeling irritated? It could be all that time you spend staring at your screen.

How does digital eyestrain happen?

While using digital devices we blink half as many times per minute.

Normally we blink 18 times a minute. We blink half as much while using digital devices.

Eyestrain is commonly caused by spending too much time on the computer, reading or writing.

That’s why one of the more common causes of eyestrain is extended periods of computer reading or writing.

Here’s what you should do:

Position the computer screen 25 inches away from where you sit.

Sit at least 25 inches away from the computer screen.

Make sure the room has proper lighting.

Use proper lighting to reduce glare.

Look at an object 20 feet away for 20 seconds every 20 minutes.

Follow the 20-20-20 Rule. Every 20 minutes, look at an object 20 feet away for 20 seconds.

Use OPTI-FREE® Rewetting Drops to moisten your eyes when they feel dry.

Keep OPTI-FREE® Rewetting Drops on hand to refresh your eyes when they feel dry.

Take regular breaks when using digital devices.

Take regular breaks from computer work.

Rest your eyes with a good nights sleep.

Get enough sleep so your eyes are well rested.

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