Protect Against Computer Vision Syndrome

Protection Against Blue Light

Between computers, tablets, and smartphones, we’re needing computer glasses more than ever before. All that screen time can be hard on your eyes and may cause digital eye strain. Eyezen enhanced single vision lenses provide sharper vision than ordinary single vision lenses and are available to everyone whether you have a prescription or just want a pair of computer glasses.

Request an appointment at Eyecare Associates of Boise today to find out if Eyezen lenses are right for you. Our Boise optometrists will spend time with you at our Boise eye care center and show you why Eyezen lenses represent the latest in technological innovation – both relaxing eyes from digital eyestrain and contributing to protecting visual health over the long-term.

COMPUTER VISION SYNDROME

Computer Vision Syndrome is an increasingly common condition as digital devices become more ingrained into our daily lives. Computer vision syndrome (CVS) results from extended exposure to digital screens such as computers, smartphones, tablets, and televisions. A combination of factors including the blue light radiation emitted from the devices and the pixelated content that is difficult for our eyes to focus on, contribute to the effect these devices have on our eyes.

Symptoms of computer or digital eyestrain tend to be noticed after someone has used a digital device for as little as 2 hours a day. Studies show that 60% of people spend more than 6 hours a day in front of a digital device and 70% of adults report some symptoms of computer vision syndrome (CVS) which include:

• Eyestrain
• Headaches
• Blurred or double vision
• Physical and mental fatigue
• Dry or watery eyes
• Red or irritated eyes
• Difficulty focusing
• Sensitivity to light or
• Neck, shoulder, or back pain (caused by compromised posture to adjust to vision difficulty).

Digital eye strain also impacts your ability to focus and lessens productivity. Most people do nothing to ease their discomfort from these symptoms because they are not aware of the cause. However, our Boise eye doctors have several tips to help you reduce the damage done to your eyes by blue light.