For many people now, the job description involves a lot of time in front of the computer. In fact even tablet and other similar electronic devices form a crucial part of our daily lives. Given the heavy amount of exposure, in many cases it leads to Computer Vision Syndrome or the Digital Eye Syndrome. Luckily, the problem is revisable.

Some of the common symptoms of Computer Vision Syndrome, or CVS as we will now refer to it, include dryness in the eye or irritation despite lack of allergies, headaches, pain or discomfort in shoulders and neck and blurred vision. In case you have other problems such as far-sightedness, CVS can make it worse. Should you suspect yourself to be suffering from these, consult with your eye doctor.

In the meanwhile, a few things you can do on your own include

1) The 20-20-20 exercise. If you spend your day working on the computer, every 20 minutes, look away at an object at least 20 feet away for a duration of 20 seconds. This will give your eyes a rest.

2) Avoid glare on the screen of your system. These may be caused to due to bright overhead lights. Try and keep out excessive natural light as well.

3) Sit with a good posture, your screen should be 20 degrees below the eye level and 25 inches away from your face.

4) Blink frequently, and intentionally, rather than just reflexively. It keeps your eyes clean.

5) Adjust the size and color of the screen and other settings to give you maximum relief.