Computer Vision Syndrome
It is estimated that 8 out of 10 Americans who use a
computer more than one hour per day have symptoms of
computer vision syndrome (CVS). This syndrome consists of
many symptoms. It is caused primarily due to using the eyes
up close, posture, luminescence of computer monitors, and
for those people who wear bifocals, the position of the
bifocal in relation to the computer monitor.
| Eye
Strain |
| Headache |
| Back
pain |
| Neck
Pain |
| Dry Eye |
| Light
Sensitivity |
| Sore or
Tired Eyes |
| Red Eyes |
Fortunately, there are things that can be done to lessen
or avoid these symptoms. First, it is important to have a
good adjustable chair that one can position properly to
achieve good posture and a comfortable height in relation to
the computer monitor. Second, since we tend to not blink as
frequently when doing close visual tasks, our eyes tend to
feel drier and thus can become red, it is important to take
a rest of about 15 minutes from the computer work every
hour. Artificial tears are helpful with this problem.
Third, and most important, it is essential to use proper
glasses that work well with the working distances involved
when using the computer. Since bifocals are located at the
bottom of the lens and the monitor is usually above that
level, one has to lift the head about 20 degrees to see the
monitor. This is the main cause of back and neck pain which
can also lead to headache. If half frame reading glasses are
used, one has to tilt the head down as much as 45 degrees
which can lead to the same symptoms. Reading glasses usually
only work at a limited and fixed distance which can create
stress on the eyes when trying to look at documents or the
keyboard. Also, depending on the reading glasses, many
people have to lean closer to the monitor to see, putting
ever more stress on the neck and back.
Fortunately there is and ideal lens called the Shamir™
Office Lens that uniquely eliminates or minimizes all the
symptoms of CVS. The Shamir™ Office Lens was clinically
tested and designed by one of the world’s leading
progressive lens designers in conjunction with known
ophthalmic and orthopedic physicians. It is designed for
professionals, computer users, and hobbyists. The entire
lens is essentially a blended trifocal/bifocal. The top
half, which is at the level of the computer monitor, sees at
the 2 to 4 feet range and the lower half sees up much closer
at the level of the keyboard or desk.
Not only is the Shamir™ Office Lens ideal for computer use,
but it is also ideal for anyone doing close visual tasks for
a long period of time. Just a few of the professions that
can greatly benefit from this lens are:
|
Accountant |
| Attorney |
| Dentist |
|
Librarian |
| Musician |
| Engineer |
| Mechanic |
|
Hairdresser |
|
Secretary |
| Hobbyist |
| Avid
Reader |
In summary, CVS is not something that we have to suffer
from. Please see our opticians at Romanoff Optical to
demonstrate the benefits of the
ShamirTM Office Lens.
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