Digital Eye Strain | Orillia Eye Care

Find Relief from Screen-Based Strain

More than 8 out of 10 adults spend at least 2 hours using a digital device every day, with more than 60% spending 5 hours or more in front of a screen every day. Whether for fun or work, using tablets, e-readers, smartphones, computers, video games, or TV can result in discomfort.

Digital eye strain occurs after prolonged screen time. In today’s modern world, asking you to give up your screens is simply not possible. It might not be possible for you to limit screen time, but we can help you find relief.

Book an appointment today, and learn how to mitigate the discomfort caused by our modern conveniences.

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Symptoms of Digital Eye Strain

Convenience can unfortunately cause discomfort. Some of the symptoms you may experience after using digital devices include:

Headaches
Neck pain
Shoulder pain
Blurred vision

Any time you experience visual disruptions or discomfort in the eye area, you should make an appointment to discuss your symptoms.

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Digital Devices & Dry Eye

Blinking is probably a bodily function you don’t even notice, but it is critical to keeping your eyes moist and comfortable. Blinking lubricates your eyes. Every time you blink, your tear film is spread out over the surface of your eyes, creating a smooth surface that helps with clear vision.

People blink, on average, between 10 and 20 times per minute. But, when you use a computer or other digital device, studies show that you blink much less. When your blink rate slows, your eyes might become dry.

Fortunately, we can help. Our dry eye clinic is well-equipped to help your vision stay clear and your eyes stay comfortable.

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