If you stare at a computer screen all day long know this: You are not permanently damaging your eyes, but you are straining them
If you stare at a computer screen all day long know this: You are not permanently damaging your eyes, but you are straining them. The telltale signs of eyestrain according to Dr. James Sheedy, professor of optometry at Ohio State University: Your eyes feel tired, dry, irritated, your vision is blurred, and you get headaches.
If you want to avoid eyestrain, do this: Set your computer screen so it's just below eye level. That creates less glare and it's the most relaxing position for your eyes and neck.
Then, try this test: hold your hands above your eyes like a visor while looking at your screen. Are you more comfortable? That means your overhead light is creating a glare that fatigues your eyes. Try a lamp instead.
Also, know this: When you use a computer for hours on end, you blink one third less often than you normally do. That alone can strain and dry your eyes out, so take breaks following this rule, the 20/20/20 rule:
If you want to avoid eyestrain, do this: Set your computer screen so it's just below eye level. That creates less glare and it's the most relaxing position for your eyes and neck.
Then, try this test: hold your hands above your eyes like a visor while looking at your screen. Are you more comfortable? That means your overhead light is creating a glare that fatigues your eyes. Try a lamp instead.
Also, know this: When you use a computer for hours on end, you blink one third less often than you normally do. That alone can strain and dry your eyes out, so take breaks following this rule, the 20/20/20 rule:
