Staring at a computer screen for the majority of the day may result in eye strain or fatigue, which can impact your vision and concentration. Fortunately, in most cases, you only need to use these eye care tips to resolve it. 

3 Eye Care Tips to Use at the Office

1. Use the Right Lighting

The wrong lighting can cause you to squint and struggle to read text, resulting in eye strain and headaches. Cover the windows to reduce glare on your screen. Eliminate harsh ambient lighting with lower intensity bulbs or by installing a dimmer switch. Using overhead fluorescent lights may also be helpful.

2. Take Breaks

It’s easy to get caught up with work and stare at your screen for hours on end, but doing so will overtax your eyes.  We recommend that you follow the 20-20-20 eye care rule: look away from your computer for 20 seconds every 20 minutes and focus on a spot 20 feet away from you.

3. Adjust Computer Settings

Standard monitor settings aren’t always designed for maximum comfort. Start by reducing the brightness of your display. If white webpages look too intense, lower the brightness. Many applications have a darker color setting option. You can also increase text size and contrast for better reading clarity.

If you’re dealing with chronic eye fatigue, seek eye care from Nelson O. Yoshioka Jr., O.D.  Since 1988, Oahu residents have turned to him  for comprehensive optometry services and state-of-the-art diagnostic tools. He addresses eye diseases, dry eye, trauma, and vision care issues, all of which you can explore further on his website. Call (808) 734-7050 for their Honolulu office or (808) 455-3333 to schedule an eye exam with Cheryl C. Niitani, O.D., at their Pearl City location.