Eye Strain

Rancilio, Charlotte PREVENTIVE MEASURES EASE COMPUTER EYE STRAIN AND OTHER HEALTH PROBLEMS AND OTHER HEALTH PROBLEMS http://www.aoanet.org/nr-preventive.html

Computers have caused a relatively costly problem, eyestrain. This problem has cost Americans nearly $2 billion dollars a year. Figures from the American Optometric Association (AOA) show that eyestrain is one of the top problems reported by computer users. The most commonly reported complaints are eyestrain, eye irritation, and blurred vision. Some computer users also complain of itching, burning, tired, and watering eyes; flickering sensations, double vision, and headaches. Some people try to put there bodies in a position where the eyestrain isn’t so bad, but they loose posture, and can have shoulder and back pain.

Some recommendations from a man named Dr. Sheedy are:

"Keeping the computer screen four to nine inches below eye level.

Placing the computer "straight in front of you if you're looking at it most of the time."

Using drapes shades or blinds to control window lighting and glare. "Vertical or horizontal blinds can be used to direct light away from the computer user and the computer."

Creating an adjustable workstation. That means an adjustable table and chair, an adjustable copyholder that fastens either to the desk or the computer and, on the computer itself, a detachable keyboard, a screen that can be turned or tilted and adjustable brightness and contrast controls. "Generally, screen brightness should be the same as the brightness of other objects in the room. As for the color of the screen, black characters on a white background are easiest on the eyes."

Trying a glare reduction filter. Filters that carry the AOA Seal of Acceptance are available at office supply stores and can enhance screen contrast and increase character legibility."

Most of the time glasses can correct your vision, but some times it can lead to neck and shoulder treatments.

Chad Logan

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