In front of Computer screen up to 12 hrs?!
Question:
In front of Computer screen up to 12 hrs?
What should I do ?? Should I used Computer glasses?
Answers:
I'm in a job where I too am in front of the computer for up to 12-16 hours a day. I've been in correction with contacts/lenses for most of my life, so "computer glasses" are not an option.
I take frequent breaks...every 50-55 minutes...on the hour. I also use a monitor filter...can get it at an office supply or computer store for pretty cheap. Also, I've found that artificial tears help. We do not blink as much when "staring" at a computer screen, so keeping the eyes moisturized will help with eye strain. I actually found a WONDERFUL one that doesn't have any preservatives in it...comes in single use...2 drops per eye, and it doesn't burn like Visine or other tears do.
Before getting any kind of reading/computer glasses, I would recommend seeing your optometrist for a routine exam (we should all get eye exams every 1-2 years just to be sure everything is good) and ask his/her opinion. They will ask how far you sit from your monitor, so you will want that information.