Effect of contact lens use on Computer Vision Syndrome

Abstract: Computer vision syndrome (CVS) describes a group of eye and vision related problems that result from prolonged computer use or other gadgets. Its clinical manifestations maybe are not very disturbing for most people. Therefore, it tends to cause delayed treatment. If CVS is not well treated, there would be obstacles in daily life such as decreased productivity, increased failure in working or studying, and also low job satisfaction. This study was aimed to obtain a general view of CVS that involved the development of CVS, subjective complaints, and the its risk factors. This was a literature review study using three databases, as follows: Pubmed, ClinicalKey, and Google Scholar. The keywords were "Computer Vision Syndrome". The results showed that the most frequent complaints were eyestrain, neck pain, and headache, meanwhile the others complaints varied among literatures. The risk factors of CVS were usage of eyeglasses and contact lens, eye distance to the monitor, monitor position, duration of usage, break time, lighting intensity, age and gender, anti-glare filter usage, and brightness. In conclusion, the main complaints of CVS involved the eyes, head, and neck (ocular and non-ocular), meanwhile the risk factors were related to the usage of eyeglasses or contact lens, computer, lighting, and individual factors.Keywords: computer vision syndrome Abstrak: Computer vision syndrome (CVS) adalah sekumpulan gejala pada mata yang dise-babkan oleh penggunaan komputer atau alat elektronik lainnya dalam waktu cukup lama. Manifestasi klinis CVS mungkin dirasakan tidak parah dan tidak mengganggu bagi sebagian orang. Hal tersebut memicu keterlambatan dalam pengobatan.. Dampak yang selanjutnya terjadi jika CVS tidak diatasi ialah adanya hambatan dalam aktivitas sehari-hari seperti penurunan produktivitas kerja, peningkatan tingkat kesalahan dalam bekerja atau belajar, dan penurunan kepuasan kerja. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengetahui CVS secara umum yang meliputi proses terjadinya CVS, keluhan subjektif, serta faktor risikonya. Jenis penelitian ialah literature review dengan pencarian data menggunakan tiga database yaitu Pubmed, ClinicalKey, dan Google Scholar. Kata kunci yang digunakan yaitu "Computer Vision Syndrome". Hasil peneli-tian menunjukkan bahwa keluhan-keluhan yang muncul paling sering yaitu mata lelah, nyeri leher, dan nyeri kepala, sedangkan keluhan lainnya bervariasi antar penelitian. Faktor risiko yang berpengaruh yaitu penggunaan kacamata dan lensa kontak, jarak mata dengan layar, posisi layar komputer, durasi penggunaan, pola istirahat, intensitas pencahayaan ruangan, usia, jenis kelamin, penggunaan anti-glare filter, dan kecerahan layar. Simpulan penelitian ini ialah keluhan pada CVS dapat terkait dengan mata dan kepala sampai ke leher (okuler dan non-okuler), dan faktor risikonya berhubungan dengan pemakaian kacamata dan lensa kontak, komputer, pencahayaan, dan faktor individual.Kata kunci: computer vision syndrome

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Relationship between Computer Vision Syndrome and A Collection of Musculoskeletal Pain among Frequent Computer Users

Strengthening Hospital Competitiveness to Improve Patient Satisfaction and Better Health Outcomes ◽

10.26911/the6thicph.05.24 ◽

2019 ◽

Author(s):

Hari Peni Julianti ◽

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Trilaksana Nugroho ◽

Dea Amarilisa Adespin ◽

Arwinda Nugraheni ◽

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Keyword(s):

Computer Vision ◽

Musculoskeletal Pain ◽

Computer Users ◽

Computer Vision Syndrome

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Study on Knowledge and Prevalence of Computer Vision Syndrome among Computer Operators in Nobel Medical College Teaching Hospital, Biratnagar, Nepal

Journal of Nobel Medical College ◽

10.3126/jonmc.v9i2.33386 ◽

2020 ◽

Vol 9 (2) ◽

pp. 45-49

Author(s):

Pramod Sharma Gautam ◽

Uday Chandra Prakash ◽

Subreena Dangol

Keyword(s):

Computer Vision ◽

Teaching Hospital ◽

Human Life ◽

College Teaching ◽

Extended Period ◽

Visual Display ◽

Work Place ◽

Medical College ◽

Computer Vision Syndrome ◽

Department Of Ophthalmology

Background: The eye and vision related problems that results from continuous use of computers and other visual display terminals for extended period of time leads to computer vision syndrome. Due to rapid digitalization in human life, the risk of developing it has also increased in many folds. So, with an aim of determining the prevalence and level of awareness of computer vision syndrome among computer users along with their attitude and practices to prevent it, this study was conducted in the office employees who use computer for a considerable period of time. Materials and Methods: A hospital based observational descriptive study was conducted in the out-patient department of Ophthalmology in Nobel Medical College and Teaching Hospital, Biratnagar, where 105 employees working in different work stations of same institution were enrolled. A questionnaire and the clinical findings were used to collect data. Results: About 80% of the employees were using computer for about (8-11) hours per day. Prevalence of computer vision syndrome noted was (92.4%) with low level of knowledge (85.7%) about it. About 45% of them wore glasses for their refractive errors but attitude and practices in work place to prevent the bad effects of using visual display terminals were found to be lacking (53.3%). Burning sensation in the eye, headache, ocular irritation and itching and neck, shoulder or back pain were the common symptoms. Around (60-70)% of the eyes tested positive for dry eye. Conclusion: Lack of awareness of computer vision syndrome and lack of personal protective measures were associated with its high level of prevalence.

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