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.](/sites/g/files/rbvwei4126/files/2019-03/p2-screen-time-img1_2.png)
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.](/sites/g/files/rbvwei4126/files/2019-03/p2-screen-time-img2.png)
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.](/sites/g/files/rbvwei4126/files/2019-03/p2-screen-time-img3_2.png)
Sit at least 25 inches away from the computer screen.
![Make sure the room has proper lighting.](/sites/g/files/rbvwei4126/files/2019-03/p2-screen-time-img4.png)
Use proper lighting to reduce glare.
![Look at an object 20 feet away for 20 seconds every 20 minutes.](/sites/g/files/rbvwei4126/files/2019-03/p2-screen-time-img5_2.png)
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.](/sites/g/files/rbvwei4126/files/2019-03/p2-screen-time-img6_2.png)
Keep OPTI-FREE® Rewetting Drops on hand to refresh your eyes when they feel dry.
![Take regular breaks when using digital devices.](/sites/g/files/rbvwei4126/files/2019-03/p2-screen-time-img7.png)
Take regular breaks from computer work.
![Rest your eyes with a good nights sleep.](/sites/g/files/rbvwei4126/files/2019-03/p2-screen-time-img8_2_0.png)
Get enough sleep so your eyes are well rested.