Computer Vision Syndrome(CVS)
Welcome back to the LookMobile blog! Today’s entry addresses a topic that affects many of us in our tech-driven world: Computer Vision Syndrome(CVS). Even if you haven’t heard this term, chances are you are affected by it in some way. After all, 90% of computer users experience some level of CVS. Read on to discover more.
Understanding Computer Vision Syndrome and the perfect eyewear solution
Dry, tired, achy eyes. Headache, neck pain, and back pain. Fatigue. Do these sound familiar to you? If so, you are likely suffering from Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS). The constant demands of screen time can lead us to develop a roster of aches and discomforts that may seem trivial, but which are actually very real and impacting our productivity and well-being.
What Is Computer Vision Syndrome?
Let’s take a detailed look at some of the most commonly reported symptoms:
Dry Eyes: Staring at a screen causes you to blink far less than you normally would, leading to dryness and irritation.
Tired Eyes: After hours of screen time, your eyes feel fatigued, similar to how your body feels after a long workout.
Neck and back pain: Poor ergonomics can lead to muscle strain in your neck and back as you hunch over your computer screen in an effort to see clearly.
Headaches and Migraines: The combination of screen glare and strained muscles can trigger headaches.
Fatigue and Sleeplessness: Prolonged exposure to blue light from screens can disrupt sleep patterns, leading to a vicious cycle of fatigue and insomnia.
The Role of Glasses in Alleviating CVS Symptoms
When it comes to alleviating these common complaints, many people rightly seek solutions through eyewear. However, I frequently hear the same frustrations about typical eyewear offerings. Progressive lenses, which for many people are a great primary pair of glasses, usually have a small, narrow area designated for viewing your computer. This requires you to move your head side-to side to view the entire computer screen, and to crane your neck to find that one perfect spot. Single-vision readers are handy in certain situations, but don’t work at the intermediate length where your screen sits, causing you to lean or hunch toward your screen.
If these sound familiar, you are not alone in your frustrations!
The Solution: Workspace Lenses
Fortunately, there is help on the horizon! Let’s talk about workspace lenses, also referred to as office lenses or task-specific lenses. Specifically designed to adapt to your work environment, these lenses combat the challenges posed by prolonged computer use.
Here’s what makes these remarkable lenses a game-changer:
Wide field of view: Unlike traditional lenses, workspace lenses offer a wide, comfortable field of view at intermediate distance, making it easy to focus on your computer without craning your neck. (Fun fact, computer users aren’t the only people who work at intermediate! Cooks, musicians, and hairdressers, to name a few, also spend a lot of time looking at this “arm’s length” distance.)
Gentle progression: These lenses blend seamlessly from intermediate to near distance, allowing you to easily shift focus from your computer to your keyboard, paperwork or handheld device.
Anti-reflective and blue light protective: Like all lenses offered by the LookMobile, workspace lenses are anti-reflective to reduce annoying glare and sharpen vision. They also provide protection from the blue light emitted by digital devices, “softening” the harsh white screen glare and relaxing the eyes. Limiting blue light exposure may also help regulate your circadian rhythm, ending the cycle of insomnia/fatigue. By the way, these filters are very beneficial even if you don’t need prescription glasses!
Why you should consider workspace lenses:
Let me ask you a question. You wouldn’t wear high heels to go hiking, right? Or clunky hiking boots to a fancy cocktail party? Why not? Well, besides looking out of place, you wouldn’t be comfortable or able to function to the best of your ability while wearing inappropriate footwear. Similarly, by choosing eyewear appropriate to your task, you can end the daily discomforts you experience at work.
Imagine working at your desk, effortlessly glancing between your screen and desk without moving your head or craning your neck. Think about how much more productive you could be once that discomfort is removed. Now imagine ending your workday without fatigue, headache, or tired, aching eyes. It’s a noticeable difference and one that can profoundly improve your day-to-day experience.
At the LookMobile, we’re passionate about enhancing your ocular comfort and ensuring that you can enjoy your daily activities without discomfort. We are here to help create the perfect workspace eyewear tailored to meet your specific needs. So if you’re tired of living with the symptoms of Computer Vision Syndrome, contact us to schedule a visit from the LookMobile, where we’re driving change in vision care.
Until next time, Look out for the LookMobile!
-Dawn