{"id":9927,"date":"2022-11-21T17:53:26","date_gmt":"2022-11-21T12:53:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/?p=9927"},"modified":"2023-04-17T17:04:00","modified_gmt":"2023-04-17T12:04:00","slug":"eye-strain-relief-remedies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/eye-strain-relief-remedies\/","title":{"rendered":"<strong>Eye Strain Relief Remedies that Actually Work<\/strong>"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Suffering from tired, itchy, and burning eyes&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You are probably suffering from computer eye strain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This is simply because you are staying in front of screens for too long. No matter for what reason, excessive exposure to screens can result in computer eye strain.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Unlike the name, this doesn\u2019t only take in eye strain due to the computer screen but can also be due to mobile and other electronic devices use as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Let\u2019s know more about this computer-borne illness which is more common than we think!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/eye-strain-relief-remedies\/#what_is_computer_eye_strain\" title=\"What is Computer Eye Strain?\">What is Computer Eye Strain?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/eye-strain-relief-remedies\/#tips_for_reducing_computer_eye_strain\" title=\"Tips for Reducing Computer Eye Strain\">Tips for Reducing Computer Eye Strain<\/a><ul class=\"ez-toc-list-level-3\"><li class=\"ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/eye-strain-relief-remedies\/#1-_limit_your_screen_time\" title=\"1- Limit Your Screen Time\">1- Limit Your Screen Time<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/eye-strain-relief-remedies\/#2-_take_occasional_breaks\" title=\"2- Take Occasional Breaks\u00a0\">2- Take Occasional Breaks\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/eye-strain-relief-remedies\/#3-_blink_blink_and_blink\" title=\"3- Blink, Blink, and Blink\">3- Blink, Blink, and Blink<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/eye-strain-relief-remedies\/#4-_use_artificial_tears\" title=\"4- Use Artificial Tears\">4- Use Artificial Tears<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/eye-strain-relief-remedies\/#5-_wear_screen_glasses\" title=\"5- Wear Screen Glasses\">5- Wear Screen Glasses<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/eye-strain-relief-remedies\/#5-_adjust_screen_settings\" title=\"5- Adjust Screen Settings&nbsp;\">5- Adjust Screen Settings&nbsp;<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/eye-strain-relief-remedies\/#6-_do_some_eye_workout\" title=\"6- Do Some Eye Workout\">6- Do Some Eye Workout<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/eye-strain-relief-remedies\/#a_word_from_healthwire\" title=\"A Word from Healthwire!\">A Word from Healthwire!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"what_is_computer_eye_strain\"><\/span>What is Computer Eye Strain?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Eye strain, also known as computer vision syndrome is a common condition that affects your eye because you are spending hours in front of screens. It can be super-annoying to deal with. Usually, a computer eye strain is not serious and goes away with proper care of your eyes.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Before we talk about the ways to reduce computer eye strain, here is what computer eye strain looks like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Tired, burning, or itchy eyes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dry or watery eyes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Severe headache<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vision changes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increased sensitivity to light<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inability to keep eyes open for too long<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Difficulty in focusing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Neck or shoulder pain<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These signs and symptoms of computer eye strain greatly vary from person to person. No matter what, a computer eye strain is really difficult to deal with. The severity of computer eye strain also varies from person to person. But one can easily overcome computer eye strain by taking the right care of their eyes and managing their screen use, as said by renowned ophthalmologists from <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/hospitals\/lahore\/gulab-devi-chest-hospital\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Gulab Devi Hospital Lahore<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"tips_for_reducing_computer_eye_strain\"><\/span>Tips for Reducing Computer Eye Strain<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Curious about what you need to reduce computer eye strain? I am sharing some easy and simple ways that can help you with the problem. These include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1-_limit_your_screen_time\"><\/span>1- Limit Your Screen Time<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>According to stats, <a href=\"https:\/\/explodingtopics.com\/blog\/screen-time-stats\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">average screen time is 6 hours 58 minutes daily<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How much time do you spend in front of a screen daily?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Well, It is quite obvious that one needs to limit screen use because prolonged screen time is the main reason behind computer eye strain. You can\u2019t reduce your screen exposure during work hours but you surely can manage the screen time you spend for relaxation purposes.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Suggested Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/all-you-need-to-know-about-eye-twitching-superstition\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Eye Twitching Superstition.<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2-_take_occasional_breaks\"><\/span>2- Take Occasional Breaks\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While you are using the screen, make sure to interrupt your screen time with small breaks. These occasional breaks ensure proper rest for your eyes which is crucial for your eye&#8217;s health. This is especially important when you are working on closely placed screens. You can go for a walkout for 10-15 minutes or can play any indoor sport to relax your eyes a bit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can even follow the <strong>20-20-20 rule!&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After every 20 minutes, look 20 feet apart for at least 20 seconds. This way, you will not forget to take the necessary screen breaks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3-_blink_blink_and_blink\"><\/span>3- Blink, Blink, and Blink<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>On average, a person blinks 14-20 times in one minute!&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Blinking is a natural phenomenon but due to excessive screen exposure, our blinking ability is compromised.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Blinking is crucial for our eye health because it tends to clear the surface of our years and wash out the debris. Other than this, this keeps your eyes oxygenated and moist which makes it a healthy practice. If you want to reduce computer eye strain, you should try to blink more often. If your blinking ability is compromised already, try to do it intentionally to keep your eyes healthy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Suggested Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/how-to-manage-eye-pain-you-might-be-interested-to-know-about-it\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Manage Eye Pain<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4-_use_artificial_tears\"><\/span>4- Use Artificial Tears<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Our eyes produce tears which keep the surface of our eyes moist and hydrated.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Excessive screen use tends to leave your eyes dry because it reduces your tear production. These dry eyes result in itching and burning. So, to get rid of the problem, you can use artificial tear drops. These teardrops are readily available in the market and you can consult a doctor for recommendations such as <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/doctors\/lahore\/ophthalmologist\/dr-abdul-rauf-1348458\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dr. Abdul Rauf<\/a> from MD Health Center, Lahore.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-_wear_screen_glasses\"><\/span>5- Wear Screen Glasses<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Screen use can be unavoidable but you can surely limit the damage it causes to your eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Yes, you can protect your eyes by giving them an extra layer of protection. Screen glasses are certainly a good idea you can go with. Even if you wear eyesight glasses, then you can choose the lens with an extra coating or tints to hinder the harmful radiations from the screen to enter your eyes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5-_adjust_screen_settings\"><\/span>5- Adjust Screen Settings&nbsp;<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your screen settings also play a crucial role in determining your screen health.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Manage your screen brightness and contrast effectively and keep it at a level comfortable for you. This will make screen use easy for you. Also, choose your font style and font size wisely because this too has an impact on your eye health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6-_do_some_eye_workout\"><\/span>6- Do Some Eye Workout<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Workout tends to build muscle and your eye muscles are not an exception to this. So, doing some eye exercises can help you to keep your eye muscles working well thus preventing eye problems such as convergence insufficiency. So, alongside your other workouts, try adding eye exercises to it too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Suggested Read: <a href=\"https:\/\/healthwire.pk\/healthcare\/eye-exercises-for-improved-eyesight\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Easy Eye Exercises to Improve Your Eyesight<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"a_word_from_healthwire\"><\/span>A Word from Healthwire!<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your eye health is crucial for your well-being and computer eye strain certainly has an impact on it. However, these easy tips can help you to reduce eye strain and keep your eyes functioning properly while you stay aligned with the latest technology.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Other than following these tips, make sure to not skip your regular eye checkup with your physician. 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