We are aware that it is almost impossible to reduce the use of screens. For many, screen time is part of your work activity and we understand that reducing it is tricky. But there are small habits you can adopt to reduce the impact on your eyes and avoid eye discomfort:

Appropriate distance from the computer. When it comes to eye health, ergonomics plays a key role. Your computer screen or monitor should be between 50 and 65 cm away from you. It should also be more or less at the same level as your eyes to avoid neck problems. The monitor and keyboard should be positioned in a straight line with you.
Screen with good resolution. Working with a screen that has a good resolution and is of good quality is necessary to avoid eye strain
20-20 rule. Practice this rule every 20 minutes. You should take 20-second breaks to look at an object 6 metres away. In this way you will be giving your eyes a break and you will be able to return to your activity with your batteries recharged.
Use eye drops. Having eye drops, or artificial tears, on hand is essential to combat many of the symptoms of CVS.
Correct posture. Sitting with a straight back and promoting good posture is essential to avoid neck pain. It is also important to take breaks and stand up from time to time to stretch your legs and give your spine a rest.
Voluntary blinking. When we are concentrating we don't realise it, but we often forget to blink. Forcing yourself to blink is an important exercise to fight eye strain and dry eyes and strengthen your eye muscles.
Visit your ophthalmologist. In more severe cases in which the symptoms persist in a severe and prolonged manner, you should make an appointment with a doctor.
Have an eye examination. If you spend a lot of time in front of screens and you don't check the condition of your eyes, the consequences can be even worse. Visit your optometrist, book an eye examination, and choose the right contact lenses for your eyes.
Spend your free time on a screen detox. We know that after a long day at work, it's tempting to turn on the TV and watch the latest episode of your favourite series. Scrolling through Tik Tok and watching adorable kittens and people doing impossible dances is a great way to unwind, and like these, there are plenty of activities that involve an electronic device in between. But how about going outside, having a coffee with a friend, doing some sport, reading a good book while enjoying a cup of tea or just taking a walk? Give your body and your eyes what you really need.

In this digital world where electronic devices play an important role in our lives, it is important to pay attention to the health of our eyes. So make sure you don't run a Netflix marathon every day or watch your smartphone all day!

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