Ease eye strain naturally

 
Having eyestrain does not mean you need to stop using your eyes or that permanent damage will result. However, you should identify the cause of the eyestrain and correct it. This could involve:
• Going for an eye examination. To see if you need spectacles and to make sure of any eye disease or disorder, you have to go through the procedure of eye examination.
• Judge your vision. Make sure that your prescription is correct if you already wear spectacles or contact lenses.
• Take eye breaks. Throughout the day, give your eyes a break by forcing them to focus on something other than on your screen. Try the following exercise: Hold a finger a few inches in front of your face; focus on the finger as you slowly move it away; focus on something far in the distance and then back to the finger; slowly bring the finger back toward your face. Next, shift your focus to something farther than eight feet away and hold your eyes there for a few seconds. Repeat this exercise three times, several times a day.
• Change the pace. Try to stand up and move around at least once every hour or so. If possible, lean back and close your eyes for a few moments. At the very least, try to give yourself a five-minute rest every hour. Do other work, such as phone calls or filing, during this time.
• Evade too much closeness. Ensure that any close-up work or computer screen is not too close to your eyes.
• Blink often for refreshment. Blinking produces tears that can help moisten and lubricate your eyes. Make a conscious effort to blink more often.
• Practice relaxation. Ease muscle tension with this relaxation exercise: Place your elbows on your desk, palms facing up; let your weight fall forward and your head fall into your hands; position your head so that your eyebrows rest on the base of your palms, with your fingers extended toward your forehead; close your eyes and take a deep breath through your nose; hold it for four seconds, then exhale. Continue this deep breathing for 15 to 30 seconds. Perform this simple exercise several times a day.
• Wear sunglasses. Wear sunglasses that reduce glare and provide 100% protection from ultraviolet rays while you are driving or working outside, especially on bright or hazy days.
• Avoid watching in darkness. While you are watching TV, the room lighting should be about 50% dimmer than the screen. Don’t watch in darkness because this makes the contrast in light too great. Avoid viewing from an angle and sit at a reasonable distance from the TV.
Set your system
If you are all in all involved with your computer, enlist these tips into your daily schedule
• Adjust your monitor.
• Position your keyboard properly.
• Keep reference materials nearby.
• Check the lighting and reduce glare.
But don’t stick to these methods without rushing your eye specialist if you are still suffering from
 Prolonged eye discomfort
 A noticeable change in vision
 Double vision.

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