20-20-20 rule for Digital Eye strain
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This 20-20-20 rule might help
Screen time is now a
real concern. You probably spend hours looking at screens,such as work or home
on your computer, smartphones, TVs or other digital devices.Too much can lead
to strain of the eye when looking at the screens.But it can be helped by 20-20-20.Read
more about this eye workout, how and if research says it's effective or not.
What is this 20-20-20 rule?
If
you look at screens all day, this rule may be referred to by your eye doctor.
Basically, you should try to look away on something 20 feet from you for a
total of 20 seconds every 20 minutes you spend using a screen.
How can you tell if something is 20 feet away?
You
probably will not be able to measure accurately 20 feet unless you have a tape
measure. It's not important to be accurate. You just have to try and
concentrate on something far away. Take a look at something that looks far
away, like a tree or street building, out of a window. If you are working in a
small room, try walking outside or in a bigger area to rest your eyes.
Why 20 seconds?
For
your eyes to relax completely, it takes about 20 seconds.
It
is also a good idea to take up and drink water to keep you hydrated while you
rest your eyes. Your eyes will be too if your body is hydrated.
Green
tea may help even more during your break. Green tea contains antioxidants
called catechins that can help your eyes to make more lubricant tear.
Here's a Video for Quick Summary:
How can you remember 20 seconds?
If
you set a timed reminder to pop up, you can make a break every 20 minutes. Free
apps such as Eye Care 20 20 20 or Donald Korb Blink Training are also
available. Just click the start button when you start your screen, and the app
will let you stop.
How
can you practice this effectively?
- Put a remainder on your phone.
- Make a break with your colleagues.
- Take your microbreak right away if your eyes feel sore! Don't expect the next microbreak to be planned.
- Discuss these things at a safety meeting if you are responsible for safety at your workplace.
