With so many people working from home, working in front of a computer screen, and children and students looking at computers, it's no wonder why there has been an increase in the number of cases of computer vision syndrome. Computer vision syndrome can be difficult to live with, and it can make it difficult to complete your daily activities for work or school without painful symptoms.
If you feel you've been suffering from computer vision syndrome and need an eye exam, Eyecare Professionals are here to help! We serve the communities of Mandan, Hazen, and Washburn, ND. We can provide eye care treatment for computer vision syndrome or other eye disorders with the help of our friendly optometrist!
What Is Computer Vision Syndrome?
Computer vision syndrome is a condition that affects someone's ability to see clearly due to looking at a computer or other type of digital screen for a long period. Computer vision syndrome can affect children and adults alike.
What Are the Symptoms of Computer Vision Syndrome?
Computer vision can cause a variety of symptoms including:
- Blurry vision
- Eyestrain
- Itchy eyes
- Red eyes
- Dry eyes
- Headaches
- Neck ache
- Eye fatigue
How Can an Optometrist Help?
If you believe you have been suffering from computer vision syndrome, our optometrist will conduct an eye exam to determine if your symptoms are due to computer vision or another eye disorder. Our eye doctor will also conduct an eye exam to determine if you have another vision disorder that can be worsening your symptoms, such as astigmatism, myopia, or hyperopia. Using vision tests and eye exams will help us determine the best treatment option for your computer vision syndrome.
What is the Treatment for Computer Vision Syndrome?
Our optometrist will recommend treatment options for computer vision syndrome such as lifestyle changes to alleviate symptoms when you're working in front of a computer. Our eye doctor might recommend you take breaks every twenty minutes when looking at a computer screen. You can also lower the brightness of your screen and add blue light filters to alleviate symptoms of computer vision syndrome. In addition, certain eyeglasses and contact lenses can help correct your vision disorder and help you see clearly!
See Better With Help From Eyecare Professionals
At Eyecare Professionals, we'll help you see clearly and find relief from computer vision syndrome. We have clinics located in Mandan, Hazen, and Washburn, ND so you can get the help you need no matter where you're located! Call us today for more information or to schedule an appointment.
