Today’s Wellness information is brought to you by Advantica.
Help preserve your eye health with these “5 Steps to Relieve Digital Eye Strain at Work,” provided by the American Optometric Association.
Follow the 20-20-20 rule. Take a 20-second break, every 20 minutes and view something 20 feet away.
Keep a distance. Sit at a comfortable distance from the computer monitor where you can easily read all text with your head and torso in an upright position and your back supported by your chair. Generally, the preferred viewing distance is between 20 and 28 inches from the eye to the front surface of the screen.
View from a different angle. Ideally, the computer screen should be 15 to 20 degrees, or about 4 to 5 inches, below eye level as measured from the center of the screen.
Decrease glare. While there is no way to completely minimize glare from light sources, consider using a glare filter. These filters decrease the amount of light reflected from the screen.
Blink often. Minimize your chances of developing dry eyes when using a computer by making an effort to blink frequently.
If you’re suffering from digital eye strain, be sure to share that information with your doctor during your yearly, comprehensive eye examination. He or she can share additional information and ensure there aren’t any other underlying conditions.
Happy Wellness Wednesday! Keep an eye on the blog next week for more wellness tips.