Helping Your Eyes Keep Up with Screen Time
From work to school to streaming your latest favourite, screens are everywhere. If your eyes feel tired, dry, or sore by the end of the day, you’re not alone. Digital eye strain is a growing concern, but the good news is you don’t have to power through the discomfort.
At Airdrie Family Eye Doctors, we’re here to help you protect your vision with practical tips, personalized care, and solutions that make screen time more comfortable.
Book an eye exam today and give your eyes the support they deserve.
What Is Digital Eye Strain?
Digital eye strain (also called computer vision syndrome) happens when your eyes get overworked from extended screen time. Like any muscle, your eye muscles can tire out, leading to discomfort and trouble focusing.
You might have digital eye strain if you notice:
- Difficulty switching focus from screen to distance
- Dry, irritated, or burning eyes
- Blurry vision or double vision
- Headaches or neck and shoulder pain
- Trouble concentrating
What Causes Digital Eye Strain?
A few key culprits contribute to digital eye strain:
- Reduced blinking: We blink less when using screens, which dries out the eyes.
- Blue light exposure: Screens emit high-energy light that may interfere with sleep.
- Poor ergonomics: Bad lighting, glare, and screen position all make your eyes work harder than they should.
The good news is that we can provide a few tips to help you find relief.
Easy Tips to Reduce Eye Strain
You don’t have to ditch your devices, but there are smart ways to give your eyes a break:
- Follow the 20-20-20 rule: Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for 20 seconds. It helps relax your eye muscles.
- Adjust your setup: Match your screen brightness to the room, reduce glare, and make sure your screen is at eye level.
- Use blue light filters: Switch on night mode or try blue light-filtering lenses to help reduce digital glare.
- Keep your eyes hydrated: Use lubricating drops if your eyes feel dry. We’ll help you choose the right type based on your symptoms.
How We Can Help
We offer services designed to support your eye health in a screen-filled world:
- Comprehensive eye exams: We’ll assess your vision and screen your eyes for signs of strain, dryness, and other underlying issues.
- Dry eye therapy: If screen time is triggering dry eye symptoms, we’ve got personalized treatments that bring real relief.
- Children’s eye exams: Kids are spending more time on screens than ever. Let’s protect their developing vision and set them up for success.
Screen time isn’t going anywhere, but digital eye strain doesn’t have to be part of the deal. Let’s take a closer look at how your eyes are doing and create a plan to keep them feeling great, whether you’re working, studying, or just scrolling.
Contact us to book an eye exam today, and let’s help your eyes feel better, one blink at a time.
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Our team believes your eyes deserve more than just a quick once over. We want to help you understand your vision from the inside out.
Got a kiddo who’s squinting at the board or struggling to focus? We use axial length tracking to catch early signs of myopia. Vision therapy can help with amblyopia, strabismus, acquired brain injuries, vision-related learning difficulties, and more! And if dry eyes are driving you nuts, we’ve got relief options.
We’re here to help you see your best, feel your best, and love your eye care experience.
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- 705 Main St S, Suite 150
- Airdrie, AB T4B 3M2
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- Fax: (403) 912-4620
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- 705 Main St S, Suite 150
- Airdrie, AB T4B 3M2
- 403-912-2020
- (403) 912-4620
- reception@airdrieeyes.com