State Institution ‘The Filatov Institute of Eye Diseases and Tissue Therapy of NAMS of Ukraine‘

HOW DOES PROLONGED COMPUTER WORK AFFECT THE EYES?

Health
27.06.2024

Spending extended periods in front of a screen can strain your eyes, leading to various eye-related issues, including digital eye fatigue (also known as computer vision syndrome). Here are some signs of its impact on your eyes and overall health:

  1. Eye fatigue: prolonged focus on a screen can cause eye fatigue, discomfort, pain, and even headaches.
  2. Dry eyes: people tend to blink less frequently while working on a computer, leading to dryness and eye irritation.
  3. Blurry vision: extended screen time may result in temporary blurred vision or difficulty focusing on distant objects.
  4. Neck and back pain: poor body posture during computer work can lead to neck and back pain, affecting overall well-being.
  5. Digital eye strain: this condition includes symptoms such as eye strain, dryness, irritation, blurred vision, and even double vision.

Remember: detecting early signs of eye problems increases your chances of maintaining clear vision! If you need vision diagnostics, contact the Filatov Institute (Odesa, 49/51 French Boulevard).

You can use the following phone numbers:

Reception desk: +38 (048) 707-23-53
Help desk: +38 (048) 794-17-98