#1186: MM- Avoiding Eye Strain

Are your eyes telling you it's time to take a break?  This is Judy Gaman and this is your Stay Young medical minute.  Eye strain can occur after looking at a screen for prolonged periods of time.  It can lead to blurred vision, dry eyes, and headaches.  The American Optometric Association and the American Academy of Ophthalmology recommends the 20-20-20 rule.  Take a 20 second break every 20 minutes.  During those 20 seconds, focus on an object that is at least 20 feet away.  Nothing to focus on?  Try closing your eyes for 20 seconds.  Doing either of these gives your eye muscles a break.  You can also try changing your computer's lighting settings or reducing the glare on screen.  This Stay Young Medical Minute is brought to you by Executive Medicine of Texas, a leader in preventative and proactive medicine. Learn why patients from around the globe trust Executive Medicine of Texas to their health. Visit EMTexas.com that's EMTexas.com

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