Reduce digital eye strain using the 20-20-20 rule

The digital age came with many pros. But one of the cons that was elevated during the COVID-19 lockdown period has to be the usage of digital devices for an extended period of time.

According to Mayo Clinic, eye strain symptoms include:

• Sore, tired, burning or itching eyes
• Watery or dry eyes
• Blurred or double vision
• Headache
• Sore neck, shoulders or back
• Increased sensitivity to light, called photophobia
• Difficulty concentrating
• Feeling that you cannot keep your eyes open

Blue light from screens can affect our eyes, sleep and health even though it is not as damaging as direct exposure to sunlight.

The simple 20-20-20 rule is aimed at creating more blinks for the eyes to lubricate it. This concept can also be complimented with the adjustment of screen brightness and usage of eye drops.

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