Computer Vision Syndrome: Are You Suffering From It?

Beware! CVS Could Hamper Your Productivity at Work

Computer vision syndrome (CVS) is a very real problem these days for a lot of people who are spending hours daily in front of a computer screen. Studies show that eyestrain and other bothersome visual symptoms can occur in 50 percent to 90 percent of computer workers. These problems can cause physical fatigue, decreased productivity and increased numbers of work errors.

Symptoms of Computer Vision Syndrome:

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Office goers, who spend more than two hours per day in front of a computer screen, are likely to experience some degree of computer vision syndrome. Symptoms of CVS include:

• Headaches
• Loss of focus
• Burning eyes
• Tired eyes
• Double vision
• Blurred vision
• Neck and shoulder pain

Our eyes involuntarily move to the 'resting point of accommodation' or RPA and then strain to regain focus on the screen. This continuous flexing of the eyes' focusing muscles creates the fatigue and eyestrain that commonly occur during and after computer use.

What Can One Do About It?

To reduce your risk of computer eyestrain and computer vision syndrome, see an eye care professional who specializes in computer vision care, this is the most important thing you can do to prevent or treat computer vision problems. During a computer vision exam, your eye doctor will perform tests to detect any vision problems that might contribute to CVS. Be sure to tell your eye doctor how often you use a computer at work and at home. Depending on the outcome of the exam, your doctor may prescribe computer eyeglasses to help you work more comfortably at your computer.”

Dr. K. Sudhamathi, Clinical In-charge, Eye-Q, Sheetla Hospital, answers queries about CVS:

Will Glare Screens Prevent CVS?
Anti-glare filters for computer screens may increase comfort somewhat, but they will not solve all your computer vision problems. These filters only reduce glare from reflections on the computer screen and do not reduce the visual problems related to the constant refocusing of your eyes when you work at a computer.

Will Computer Eyeglasses Make the Screen Clearer?
Yes, because computer glasses eliminate the constant refocusing effort that your eyes go through when viewing the screen. It has also been proven clinically that having the correct prescription in computer eyeglasses increases productivity and accuracy.

Do Computer Eyeglasses Look Like Safety glasses?
No. Almost any style of frame can be used for computer glasses.

Does Every Computer User Need Computer Glasses?
With studies suggesting that most computer users experience some level of eye discomfort from computer work, it's reasonable to say that most people who work on a computer more than a couple hours daily could benefit from computer eyewear.

Will My Reading Glasses Work at the Computer?
Reading glasses are usually not the best solution for computer use.

Does Computer Vision Syndrome Affect Worker Productivity?
Yes, research has shown that this is true. Even in cases when a computer worker's vision correction is only slightly off, productivity and accuracy at the computer can still suffer.

Isn't Ergonomics the Solution to Computer Eye Strain?
Ergonomics is important - changing your computer workstation to facilitate good posture can certainly help minimize some physical symptoms of CVS. But ergonomics alone cannot solve a visual problem. Wearing prescription computer eyeglasses is also required.

The Executive Program helps get rid of CVS

Eye-Q has a special Executive Program for all those suffering from CVS. The Executive Program is ideally designed for Corporates and self aware executives. The program anticipates and corrects eye problems at the budding stage.

Prominent features of the program are:

• Free vision screening camp and examinations
• Vision screening camp includes Refraction
• Color Vision tests & IOP tests
• Lifestyle related eye-care tips
• For empanelled corporates, option for cashless treatment on request will be provided
• Regular eye care awareness talks

The program is very useful in saving eyes from a lot of damage which can occur due to the strenuous and incessant working hours. Through this program people are finding ways to avoid the ailments from triggering in the eyes.