Eye Strain

Healio spoke with I. Paul Singh, MD, about risk factors for developing dry eye, particularly in women.

In this video, Ronald L. Benner, OD, discusses available treatment options in dry eye.

In this video, Ronald L. Benner, OD, discusses factors that lead to an increased risk for dry eye.

The 20-20-20 rule to reduce the impact of digital eye strain may not be an effective therapeutic intervention, with researchers suggesting that longer break durations or different frequency may be more helpful.

Pervasive digital device use is associated with symptoms such as eye strain, headaches, dry eye disease, and neck and shoulder pain. Together, these symptoms are ubiquitous and known as digital vision syndrome, or DVS.

Razer, a lifestyle brand for gamers, announced it has entered the eye wear and wearable technology industry with a new product geared toward remote working.

I approach ocular health as part of overall wellness. The things that make our bodies and minds healthier make our eyes healthier as well.

The majority of survey respondents indicated an increase in the amount of time they spend viewing electronic displays, and nearly half of those reported experiencing dryness.

As people of all ages spend more time indoors during the COVID-19 quarantine, many eye care providers are pointing out the risks for increased eye strain caused by digital device use.

Activation of night mode functions on smartphones more efficiently reduced the amount of short-wavelength light compared with commercially available blue light-reducing spectacle lenses in a study focused on digital devices and their potential effects on circadian cycles.