Spending hours looking at screens can cause digital eye strain, with tired, dry or sore eyes, blurred vision and headaches. It is usually temporary, and simple changes can help.
- Follow the 20-20-20 rule: every 20 minutes, look at something about 20 feet (6 meters) away for 20 seconds.
- Blink often: we blink less when concentrating on screens, which dries the eyes.
- Position your screen: about an arm’s length away and slightly below eye level.
- Reduce glare: match screen brightness to the room and avoid bright light behind the screen.
- Use lubricating eye drops if your eyes feel dry, after checking with a pharmacist.
Have regular eye tests, as uncorrected vision problems can make strain worse. See an eye doctor if symptoms continue, and get urgent care for sudden vision changes or eye pain.
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This article is for general information only and is not a substitute for advice from a qualified health professional.
