How to ease computer eye strain

If you use a computer more than two hours a day, you could be suffering from Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS).

Here are some quick tips to keep eye strain at bay:-

1) Location of computer screen:- Basically, the computer screen should be 15 to 20 degrees below eye level (about 4 or 5 inches) as measured from the centre of the screen and 20 to 28 inches from the eyes.

2) Blink often:- When looking at a computer or hand-held digital device, it''s common for you to blink two to three times less than you normally would.

3) The 20/20/20 rule:- When spending long periods in front of a digital device, every 20 minutes, spend 20 seconds looking at something 20 feet away to allow your eyes to rest.

4) Ensure proper lighting:- To help ease the strain on your eyes, keep bright lighting overhead to a minimum and position your desk lamp to shine on your desk, and not at you. Position your computer screen in a way that reduces reflections and glare from windows or overhead lights.