Eye Strain from Working Long Hours

Although I have good vision, my eyes are strained from work! Perhaps it’s because the lenses do not match the desired viewing distance.

Glasses that fit the desired viewing distance help reduce eye strain.

Eye strain can be significantly reduced by using glasses that take into account the desired viewing distance (near vision distance) that is calculated. The nearest distance at which objects can be seen clearly under strain while using the accommodation amplitude is called the near point. The farthest distance at which objects can be seen clearly in a relaxed state without using the accommodation amplitude is called the far point. The distance that can be seen from the near point to the far point is called the near zone. Your eyes begin to deteriorate with age starting from your 10s, and the distance to the near point gradually becomes longer. This means that as you age from your 10s to 20s and into your 30s, looking at objects up close will cause eye strain. Eye strain can be minimized if you look at objects up close with glasses that have a relaxing accommodation ability or glasses that do not use the accommodation amplitude.

Glasses that do not match the desired viewing distance (near vision distance).

Your eyes are strained if you look at objects up close for a long time when you can see far with your naked eyes or when you wear glasses or contact lenses that correct for distance vision. This is because the eyes remain strained even though the power of the eyes does not match the desired viewing distance. Many people strain their eyes when they look at objects up close with distance vision correction glasses for long periods while working or studying. You can recall many different situations, such as studying at home, studying for exams, working at a desk, using a smartphone, working on a computer, and doing crafts.

Measures / Improvements

• First of all, try to give your eyes regular breaks.
• It’s best to create glasses that help you see everything around you comfortably.
• Additionally, eye strain can be alleviated if you use glasses that can partially support the viewing distance.
• It is also recommended to use colored lenses that can reduce glare or flicker, or lenses that block blue light.