Many Canadians spend upwards of 11 hours a day using a digital device. From television and smartphones to tablets and computers, it’s no secret that we heavily rely on these devices for work and leisure. So, it can be especially discouraging for those who experience the uncomfortable side effects of digital eye strain.
Despite its name, digital eye strain is not actually caused by the digital devices themselves. It’s actually caused by intensely focusing on a task, such as reading or driving. However, viewing a computer or digital screen can make the eyes work harder, leaving many susceptible to uncomfortable side effects.
An uncorrected vision problem, like nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, or improper posture, can also exacerbate eye strain.
Treatment for digital eye strain usually involves changes to your digital device habits and other daily habits.
Fortunately, eye strain doesn’t usually lead to long-term consequences and will go away if you adjust your daily habits.
However, eye strain symptoms are often similar to those of other underlying health conditions or vision problems, so always have your symptoms analyzed by our optometric team. We would love to investigate your symptoms and provide you with a customized treatment plan and get you back to work!
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