💻 How many hours a day do you spend looking at a screen?
If it’s more than two hours, you could be dealing with Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS)—a condition that’s becoming increasingly common in today’s digital world.

We see it in students, office workers, gamers, and anyone who spends long stretches in front of a computer, tablet, or phone. And with so much of life happening online, it’s no surprise CVS is on the rise.

Common Symptoms of Computer Vision Syndrome

• 👀 Blurred or double vision
• 💢 Headaches
• 😣 Dry eyes
• 💪 Neck and/or shoulder pain
• 🔍 Difficulty focusing
• ⚡ Sharp or dull eye pain
• 🌞 Light sensitivity

Why Computer Vision Syndrome Happens

Your eyes respond differently to computer-generated images than to printed text. Printed materials have clear edges, while digital screens use tiny dots of light called pixels. Your eyes must constantly adjust to keep these images in focus—leading to fatigue and discomfort over time.

If you wear bifocals, the problem can be even worse. To see the monitor clearly, you may have to tilt your head backward to look through the lower part of the lens. This awkward posture can trigger neck, shoulder, and back pain, plus headaches.

Reducing the Impact

While standard eyeglasses and contacts are usually designed for reading print, optometrists now offer computer-specific lenses tailored for the distance between your eyes and the monitor. Investing in the right eyewear can significantly reduce CVS-related eye strain and discomfort.

Beyond specialized lenses, addressing posture and spinal alignment is essential. As a chiropractor with over 25 years of experience serving Pflugerville, I’ve helped many patients relieve neck, shoulder, and upper back tension caused by poor workstation setup and prolonged screen use.

Chiropractic Can Help

By restoring proper spinal alignment, chiropractic care reduces muscle strain, improves posture, and decreases the frequency of headaches and neck pain often linked to CVS. Pairing regular chiropractic adjustments with simple ergonomic changes—like monitor height adjustments, proper chair support, and regular movement breaks—can make a dramatic difference.

📍 Body Traxx Chiropractic – Walk-In Care in Pflugerville
1010 Old Austin-Hutto Road, Pflugerville, TX 78660
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