Effect of contact lens use on Computer Vision Syndrome

Tauste, Ana; Ronda, Elena; Molina, María-José; Seguí, M. M.

doi:10.1111/opo.12275

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“…It also found that CL wearers are 4 times more susceptible to develop dry eyes and found silicone hydrogel CL more comfortable. Higher prevalence of dry eyes among CL users has also been substantiated by another study by Tauste et al 26 Studying the effect of contact lens while working on monitors it is found to have reduced blink amplitude, increased area of tear break-up leading to tear film instability when compared against non-VDT associated task. CLs were also found associated with meibomian gland drop out/meibomian gland atrophy, degraded lipids and lower mole percentage of wax esters in tear films; all of which contributing to the dry eye conditions.…”

Section: Contact Lens Wearmentioning

confidence: 66%

Computer and visual display terminals (VDT) vision syndrome (CVDTS)

Parihar

Jain

Chaturvedi

et al. 2016

Medical Journal Armed Forces India

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m e d i c a l j o u r n a l a r m e d f o r c e s i n d i a 7 2 ( 2 0 1 6 ) 2 7 0 -2 7 6 a r t i c l e i n f o The use of these devices has made our life simple in household work as well as in offices.However the prolonged use of these devices is not without any complication. Computer and visual display terminals syndrome is a constellation of symptoms ocular as well as extraocular associated with prolonged use of visual display terminals. This syndrome is gaining importance in this modern era because of the widespread use of technologies in day-to-day life. It is associated with asthenopic symptoms, visual blurring, dry eyes, musculoskeletal symptoms such as neck pain, back pain, shoulder pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, psychosocial factors, venous thromboembolism, shoulder tendonitis, and elbow epicondylitis. Proper identification of symptoms and causative factors are necessary for the accurate diagnosis and management. This article focuses on the various aspects of the computer vision display terminals syndrome described in the previous literature. Further research is needed for the better understanding of the complex pathophysiology and management. #

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Section: Contact Lens Wearmentioning

confidence: 66%

Computer and visual display terminals (VDT) vision syndrome (CVDTS)

Parihar

Jain

Chaturvedi

et al. 2016

Medical Journal Armed Forces India

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115

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“…Studies by Tauste et al and Ranasinghe et al also agree that contact lens wearers are more likely to experience digital eye strain than non‐lens wearers. Ranasinghe et al found that contact lens wear is the second most significant risk factor for digital eye strain (odds ratio [OR]: 3.21) after pre‐existing eye disease (OR: 4.49).…”

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“…A list of digital eye strain symptoms, categorised according to aetiology, is presented in Table . The prevalence of symptoms due to digital eye strain is estimated to range from 25 to 93 per cent, as reported by various investigators . Estimates of the prevalence of digital eye strain from recent studies are listed in Table .…”

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Management of digital eye strain

Coles-Brennan

Sulley

Young

2019

Clinical and Experimental Optometry

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Digital eye strain, an emerging public health issue, is a condition characterised by visual disturbance and/or ocular discomfort related to the use of digital devices and resulting from a range of stresses on the ocular environment. This review aims to provide an overview of the extensive literature on digital eye strain research with particular reference to the clinical management of symptoms. As many as 90 per cent of digital device users experience symptoms of digital eye strain. Many studies suggest that the following factors are associated with digital eye strain: uncorrected refractive error (including presbyopia), accommodative and vergence anomalies, altered blinking pattern (reduced rate and incomplete blinking), excessive exposure to intense light, closer working distance, and smaller font size. Since a symptom may be caused by one or more factors, a holistic approach should be adopted. The following management strategies have been suggested: (i) appropriate correction of refractive error, including astigmatism and presbyopia; (ii) management of vergence anomalies, with the aim of inducing or leaving a small amount of heterophoria (~1.5 Exo); (iii) blinking exercise/training to maintain normal blinking pattern; (iv) use of lubricating eye drops (artificial tears) to help alleviate dry eye-related symptoms; (v) contact lenses with enhanced comfort, particularly at end-of-day and in challenging environments; (vi) prescription of colour filters in all vision correction options, especially blue light-absorbing filters; and (vii) management of accommodative anomalies. Prevention is the main strategy for management of digital eye strain, which involves: (i) ensuring an ergonomic work environment and practice (through patient education and the implementation of ergonomic workplace policies); and (ii) visual examination and eye care to treat visual disorders. Special consideration is needed for people at a high risk of digital eye strain, such as computer workers and contact lens wearers.

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“…17 Duration of digital screen time was shown be significantly associated in several studies. 9,10,13,19,21,29,30 Better ergonomic practices' knowledge and practicing the preventive measures is significantly associated with DES symptoms as shown in studies done by Ranasinghe et al, Agarwal et al and Shantakumari et al 11,14,18 Contact lens wearers are more likely to suffer DES than non-lens wearers according to Tauste et al 31 Critical fusion frequency decreased significantly after visual task according to Lin et al who studied the effects reflected glare and visual field lighting. 32…”

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A cross sectional overview of digital eye strain: a growing health concern in this digital age in central India (Madhya Pradesh)

Sanodiya

Kujur

Sirohi

et al. 2019

Int J Community Med Public Health

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Background: The physical discomfort and collection of symptoms after digital screen use for longer than two hours at a time is referred by the Vision Council as digital eye strain (DES). Common symptoms of DES are eyestrain, headache, blurred vision, dry eyes and pain in neck and shoulders. This study aims to know about the prevalence; factors associated with and awareness about preventive measures for DES among college students.Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted for 2 months in 2017 among randomly selected 200 college students of 20 to 30 years of age in Indore city of Madhya Pradesh using a pre-designed semi-structured questionnaire.Results: Mean age of participants was 22.5 years; of which 58% were females. Of the respondents, 89.5% (179 students) reported experiencing DES. Average distance from digital screen, brightness level of digital device, use of digital device before going to sleep and awareness about appropriate distance of digital screen from eyes had statistically significant association with having digital eye strain. 98% of respondents were unaware of the term DES while >60% did not have knowledge about the harmful blue light emitted by digital devices, protective use of digital screen filters, appropriate distance of viewing digital screen and the 20-20-20 rule of taking breaks in between screen time.Conclusions: Since digital device use is a necessary evil; better ergonomic practices to avoid DES should be adopted. Opportunistic health promotion and patient education undertaken by ophthalmologists on an OPD basis is one solution.

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Effect of contact lens use on Computer Vision Syndrome

Abstract: Regular contact lens use increases CVS after 6 h of computer work.

Cited by 72 publications

References 40 publications

Computer and visual display terminals (VDT) vision syndrome (CVDTS)

Computer and visual display terminals (VDT) vision syndrome (CVDTS)

Management of digital eye strain

A cross sectional overview of digital eye strain: a growing health concern in this digital age in central India (Madhya Pradesh)

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