Dr. Rigney Eye Care and Eyewear offers patients in Owasso, OK, an all-in-one destination to manage various conditions, such as computer vision and dry eye treatment, and services to include an eye exam and treatment for eye strains.
Eye Conditions
There are numerous conditions that affect the eyes. With an eye exam at our office, it can be determined what the condition is and how it can be treated. Along with myopia, glaucoma, nearsightedness, farsightedness, and cataracts, another condition that is often diagnosed is computer vision.
What Is Computer Vision?
Computer vision affects people who spend extended time looking at a computer screen. When the eyes are affected by this condition, it results in symptoms, such as backaches, blurred vision, dry eyes, headaches, itchy eyes, muscle fatigue, neck aches, and red eyes.
While computer vision causes discomfort and pain, the condition is not known by professionals to cause permanent damage to the eyes. It is a treatable condition.
How Computer Vision Is Treated
Once you have your eyes examined, a plan of action will be discussed with you about treatment and recommendations on things you can do at home or work when using the computer.
● Adjust or modify the lighting in the room to reduce the glare on the monitor.
● Adjust the settings (brightness) on the computer screen.
● Glasses or contact lenses should be current and appropriate for extended use of a computer.
● Keep the computer screen at least an arm's length away from your eyes and positioned directly in front of you to eliminate eyestrain.
● The computer screen should also be positioned lower rather than even with the eyes to avoid neck strain. When looking at a lower-leveled screen (eyelids partially down) instead of straight-forward (total eye surface is exposed), there is less exposure to the eye's surface, which leads to itching and drying.
● Blink frequently to keep eyes lubricated.
● Adjust your work area to maximize comfort and reduce back and net strain.
● Take frequent breaks throughout the day to allow your eyes to rest.
Get Dry Eye Treatment, Eye Strains Treatment, and an Eye Exam from an Optometrist Near You
Dr. Rigney Eye Care and Eyewear offers a range of services, from eye strains to dry eye treatment to the Owasso, OK, community. Our team provides the care and attention patients can rely on when needing help with an eye condition. Call us at (918) 272-3937 for dry eye treatment, eye strains treatment, and an eye exam from an optometrist near you.