Digital Eye Strain in the Gadget Age
Delhi professionals, students, and children spend increasingly long hours on screens. Digital eye strain (Computer Vision Syndrome) affects up to 90% of people who use digital devices for more than 2 hours daily. At Dashvanth Healthcare Delhi, we provide guidance on protecting your eyes in the digital age.
Symptoms of Digital Eye Strain
- Eye fatigue and soreness
- Blurred or double vision after screen time
- Dry, irritated, or red eyes
- Headaches, particularly frontal
- Neck and shoulder pain (from poor posture)
- Increased light sensitivity
The 20-20-20 Rule
Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds. This relaxes the ciliary muscle and reduces eye fatigue significantly.
Protective Measures
- Screen distance: 50–70 cm from eyes for computers
- Screen position: Slightly below eye level
- Ambient lighting: Match screen brightness to surroundings
- Anti-glare screen: Reduce reflections
- Blue-light filtering glasses: May reduce evening eye strain (evidence moderate)
- Blink consciously: We blink 3–5x less when staring at screens
- Lubricating eye drops: Preservative-free artificial tears for dry eyes
For Children: Screen Time Limits
- Under 2 years: No screen except video calling
- 2–5 years: Maximum 1 hour/day
- 6+ years: Consistent limits; prioritise outdoor play (prevents myopia progression)
Eye health guidance at Dashvanth Healthcare Delhi: 011-41670042.
