An increasing number of people in Sydney suffer eyestrain. It is condition caused by muscle fatigue after intensive eye use. Many office workers in Sydney report it happening after prolonged periods of reading or using digital devices. However, eyestrain can also occur on long drives.
The clinical name for eyestrain is asthenopia. In most Sydneysiders the condition is not serious. Indeed, it usually goes away when people rest their eyes. However, sometimes the symptoms can point to more serious eye problems.
Blue light
The blue light from computers can cause eyestrain.
Eyestrain advice for people in Sydney
Avoiding eyestrain often requires changes to the way you work; in particular, how you use digital devices.
Eyestrain can be minimised by taking a short computer break every 20 minutes. Also, you should be mindful of not sitting too close to digital screens.
If it persists you should see an optometrist. The symptoms might indicate there is an underlying problem with your eyes.
In this case, optometrists usually prescribe reading glasses or even glasses with special coloured lenses to eliminate eyestrain.
Getting an eyestrain check-up
The Sydney-based optometrists at The Eye Practice are experts in the diagnosis and treatment of eyestrain. Indeed, our lead optometrist Dr. Jim Kokkinakis has over 30 years of experience and tailors treatment plans to the individual.
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Eyestrain treatment
Eyestrain treatment is very effective. In fact, it can usually minimise or even eliminate eyestrain all together.
Eyestrain symptoms
Eyestrain symptoms include tired eyes and headaches. However, optometrists can also detect clinical signs like eye muscle imbalance.
About eyestrain
Eyestrain is a particularly common condition among Sydney office workers. It occurs when eyes get tired after prolonged, intense use. Symptoms are usually short-lived, but include sore eyes and headache.
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