Are you aware that 8 out of 10 Americans who work regularly on a computer experience Computer Vision Syndrome? Getting relief form these symptoms may be easier than you think. People over 40 years of age who use a computer often suffer from unneeded neck and back strain. They also can suffer from eye fatigue during the day from computer use. One reason for this eyestrain is the type of glasses they wear on the computer. Traditional bifocal glasses and other types of bifocals such as progressive lenses (often called no-line bifocals) are not designed to be worn on the computer for extended periods.

There are lenses designed with the computer user in mind. These lenses are called the "OFFICE LENS" because they are made espeically for computer users. They are designed to allow someone to see the computer screen and keyboard as well as their desk papers without having to tilt there head around. This results in less overall fatigue as well as less eyestrain. Be sure to ask our doctors about the "Office lens" at your next visit or call our office at 704-825-9002 to find out more about this great lens.

People often do not realize that the time they spend on a computer can cause problems with their neck, back, eyes, and hands. There are solutions to these problems so be sure tolet Drs. Vaher and Marcussen know how much time you spend on a computer. Drs. Vaher and Marcussen can recommend solutions to eyestrain and neck and back fatigue from computer use. These are solutions such as:

1. The "Office Lens"-this lens prevents the neck and back strain associated with wearing bifocals while using a computer. They are designed with the computer in mind and provide clear comfortable vision at the computer screen distance as well as up close.

2. "Crizal Lenses"-These lenses reduce eye fatigue caused by fluorescent lights and computer screens. Snce Crizal lenses reduce glare, they also reduce the problems that interfere with the way you live and work.

As always, Drs. Vaher and Marcussen will recommend the most approriate options for you by reviewing your individual needs and desires.