GET VDU EYE TEST| TIPS

Most people work with Visual Display Units VDU in some form or another. Laptops, Personal computers and workstation screens in the office environment. The numbers of hours  we spend  sitting infront of computer is increasing all the time, be it a project for work, reading emails, data entry.

There is no escaping the fact that in the Information Age VDU’s and LCD screens are a part of a daily lives. In this fast paced world and pressures in life in can be difficult to take breaks.

The majority of VDU users are aware of best practice for seating position, height and position of the screen, but they are not aware of dry eyes due to infrequent blinking and taking visual eye breaks. So how can you  reduce the  Eyestrain on your eyes: Follow these Tips to help and make sure attend for a Regular Eye exam.

Take a VDU Break after 40-50 mins.

After approximately 40-50 minutes of repetitive viewing  take a short visual break.

A 5 minute break is recommended but no always achievable in today hectic schedules and work deadlines.  We recommend the Visual Focus break tip, as an alternative, which can be done if these 5 minutes breaks can not be realistically put into practice.

During a breaks undertaking simple exercises:

While you keep your eyes closed, roll your eyeballs both clockwise and anticlockwise whilst taking deep gentle breaths. Gradually open your eyes while releasing your breath. This exercise only takes a minute and can be repeated many times before getting back to work.

Keep your eyes moist and fresh

Blinking  both eyes several times completely will introduce tears across the surface, VDU users tend not to blink as often when concentrating on the a Visual task.

During breaks, splash water on your face while the  eyes are closed. This helps you feel refreshed after long sessions on the computer.

Look away from the Screen | Take Visual Focus Breaks Every 10 mins

Whilst sat in the seated position still at your workstation turn your head away from your screen and look at distant objects either at the far end of the  office or outside of a window.

An internal lens in the eye is working hard when viewing close objects within arm length distance, this lens is relaxed when viewing a distance object ( over 6 meters away). Looking at a distant object momentarily for  20-30 secs and then returning to the VDU screen helps your eyes relax and focus better.  Try this every 10 mins.

Palming Technique.

At your desk and  rub both hands together till the Palms are warm. ( just like Mr Miyagi clapped his hands, rubbed them together in karate kid movie).  The warmth transfer from your palms will  soothe and relax tired eyes, and keep blood flowing.

Gently cup  your palms over the  eye socket lightly without pressure being applied* and relax for  1 minute. Repeat this exercise two to three times when you feel your eyes are tired, or as often as you want.

( *EYES NOT TO BE PRESSED).

Drink Plenty of water

It helps reduce puffiness and red eyes. A person can become dehydrated, especially in an air-conditioned office, the body starts storing water as a defence mechanism. This adds to puffiness around the eyes and can be the cause of headaches. So drink plenty of water throughout the day.

Eat healthy

Incorporate Vitamins A, C, and E on a daily basis as part of your daily diet. These can be found naturally by eating fresh citrus fruits, green leafy vegetables like  spinach, broccoli. The anti-oxidant  properties help maintain the eye health and function.

VDU EYE TEST

Employers and companies are obliged to offer an eye test if you work on a VDU or Computer for certain numbers of hours. Claim your entitlement, see your supervisor or HR rep. Book an Eye test online here to get a through eye examination.

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