After the holidays, getting back into the work routine doesn’t just mean getting up early again or rearranging schedules. It also puts extra strain on our bodies… and especially on our eyes. In an increasingly digital world, where we spend hours in front of screens, eye strain has become one of the most common daily ailments.
Prolonged use of devices, inadequate lighting, or even the stress of returning to work can intensify feelings of tired eyes, blurred vision, or dry eyes. Furthermore, this problem is closely related to computer vision syndrome, which affects a large percentage of people who work in front of screens for several hours a day.
Fortunately, small changes in our habits can make a big difference. From taking regular breaks to properly adjusting the screen or remembering something as simple as blinking frequently, there are easy solutions to protect our eye health.
In this article we tell you how to prevent the return to work from taking a toll on your eyesight and what measures you can apply starting today to take care of your eyes.
Dr. Marc Montolio, Presbit Medical Director
Dr. Marc Montolio, ophthalmologist at El Pilar Hospital and medical director of Presbit, explains it clearly:
“During vacations we tend to spend more time outdoors and use our distance vision more frequently, which is beneficial for our eyes. However, when we return to work, we again focus our vision up close for long hours, which can accentuate these discomforts.”.
Although often confused, presbyopia (age-related farsightedness) is not the same as eye strain (muscle fatigue caused by excessive screen use, which can occur at any age). Returning to routine creates the perfect breeding ground for this “office syndrome” or eye strain to appear, with symptoms such as tired eyes, dryness, blurred vision, and headaches.
But don’t worry, because taking care of your eyes at work is easier than it seems. In this article, we’ll tell you all the details and practical tips that Dr. Montolio shares so that returning to work doesn’t take a toll on your vision. From the famous 20-20-20 rule to the importance of consciously blinking. Take note and get ready for a return to work with sharp eyes and no fatigue!
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