š» How many hours a day do you spend looking at a screen?
If itās more than two hours, you could be dealing with Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS)āa condition thatās becoming increasingly common in todayās 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, itās no surprise CVS is on the rise.
Common Symptoms of Computer Vision Syndrome
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 focusāleading 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, Iāve 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 changesālike monitor height adjustments, proper chair support, and regular movement breaksācan make a dramatic difference.
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