How much time does a modern person spend at a computer? Most occupations involve full-time jobs. As a result, about 60% of PC users suffer from signs of computer vision syndrome. Consider its symptoms, method 20-20-20 and other ways to protect the eyes.
Computer visual syndrome: the main symptoms
In the event that a person spends a long time behind the screen and the following symptoms occur, we can talk about the development of computer visual syndrome. The main features are:
- redness of the eye proteins;
- a feeling of pain and pain;
- dryness and watery eyes;
- increased sensitivity to wind, light, etc .;
- the appearance of a need to squint to see an object;
- visual acuity decreases;
- the appearance of the veil, doubling and fuzziness of the contours of images.
Method 20-20-20 and other methods of protection against computer exposure
If you have selected symptoms, you need to pay attention to them. During the day, be sure to think about how to protect your eyes from the monitor and relieve stress. We single out several effective methods.
- Method 20-20-20. This method is as follows. After working at the computer for twenty minutes, you need to take a break for 20 seconds. But at this time, it is recommended to do the following. A glance to translate on those objects that are located at a distance of 20 steps, while blinking twenty times. Regular exercise will help reduce eye strain, relieve pain in the back and head.
- Visual gymnastics. During the day, it is also recommended to perform the exercises shown in the figure. It will not take much time for this. The performed exercises will allow the eyes to relax, relieve excess tension. The effect will be approximately the same as when you use the 20-20-20 method.
Blueberries to strengthen the eyes
Naturally, exercise alone to relieve negative symptoms is not enough. It is necessary to eat, relax and take complex vitamins. In addition, there are products whose daily use will help restore visual acuity. For example, this is blueberries.
To achieve a positive effect, it is recommended to add fresh berries to morning cereals and any desserts. Blueberries do not lose their beneficial properties when frozen. This will allow you to constantly receive the necessary vitamins and minerals.
The process of restoration and maintenance of visual functions should be carried out comprehensively and daily include special exercises, the right choice of products and rest.