High frequency of digital eye strain and dry eye disease in teleworkers during the coronavirus disease (2019) pandemic

Salinas-Toro, Daniela; Cartes, Cristián; Segovia, Christian; Alonso, María J.; Soberon, Begoña; Sepúlveda, M. Idalia; Zapata, Claudia; Yañez, Patricio; Traipe, Leonidas; Goya, Claudia; Flores, Patricia; López, Diego; López, R.

doi:10.1080/10803548.2021.1936912

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“…The angle of deviation for near and distance were 48.1 ± 16.4 PD and 49.3 ± 15.9 PD, respectively, with normal ocular motility Prolonged near work especially using smart phone for e-learning might lead to AACE in children 11 Salinas-Toro D et al Int J Occup Saf Ergon. 2021 Jul 7:1–6 [ 58 ] United States 1797 respondents; mean age of respondents 40.5 ± 11.1 years, and 69.9% were female Female gender, refractive surgery, rosacea, depression, previous dry eye disease, keratoconus, blepharitis, occupation, contact lens use Soreness, pain, foreign body sensation, redness, visual fatigue, redness and blurred vision Ocular symptom index, DED (dry eye questionnaire 5 [DEQ-5] questionnaire The mean number of teleworking weeks was 10.2 ± 3.0. All DES symptoms presented a significant increase ( p < 0.001).…”

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Digital Eye Strain- A Comprehensive Review

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“…Prolonged focusing on the surface of the visual display of any digital device (computer, smartphone, TV) is known to prolong the period between blinking, which in turn accelerates the evaporation of lacrimal secretions and ultimately increases the risk of DED [18]. During this phenomenon, called «digital eye strain», the frequency of flicker could be reduced from about 18 blinks per minute to three or four [25]. It was also found that during prolonged use of the screen reduces the intensity (strength) of blinking, which is an important element in replenishing and maintaining the integrity of the tear film.…”

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The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, online-learning on the state of visual system and psychological state of students

Kushch

2022

Eureka: HS

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The aim of this study: to identify and analyze changes in the lifestyle and psychological sphere of students who are undergoing online training in quarantine isolation due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Material and methods: 160 students were examined for the myopic refraction using the Duochrome Test, as well as shifts in the quality of vision as a result of online learning. All participants were also interviewed to ascertain living conditions and psychological status during domestic learning related to COVID-19 isolation. Result: it was found that 42.5 % participants have myopia, most of them students of 1 and 4 courses (26.5 % and 30.9 %, respectively). 85.6 % respondents noted deterioration in health after long-term visual work with personal computer and/or smartphone. The leading symptoms associated with work on digital displays were: decreased visual acuity and binocular vision disorders (81.9 %), headache (75.6 %), back muscle pain (71.9 %), eyes redness (55.6 %), dry and itchy eyes (45 % of respondents). It has been established what 75.6 % respondents indicated deterioration in their psychological condition as a result of quarantine restrictions: 68.1 % – stress, 48.8 % – emotional instability (irritability), 51.9 % – sleep disorders (insomnia), 16.3 % – depression. It is determined that daily average working time in the conditions of domestic online learning was 6.4±2.6 hours (compared to 4.1±1.7 hours in the pre-quarantine period). Conclusion: revealed deterioration in the quality of vision, general well-being and the psychological sphere of students who are undergoing online quarantine training due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

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“…While it is important to note, the physiological implications are not uniform across all electronic devices with digital display technology; for example, it appears there are distinguishable patterns between symptom profiles associated with the overuse of computers versus smartphones [ 3 , 16 , 22 , 23 ]. Hence, this may explain, at least in part, the high prevalence of digital eye strain amongst several types of individuals, including computer users [ 24 , 25 ], visual display terminal or “teleworkers” [ 3 , 26 , 27 , 28 ], technicians [ 29 ], university students and young adults [ 15 , 30 , 31 , 32 , 33 , 34 , 35 , 36 ], as well as children and adolescents [ 17 , 19 , 25 , 37 , 38 , 39 , 40 , 41 , 42 , 43 ]. Nonetheless, there is considerable evidence that substantiate the positive relationship between total amount of time spent using digital devices and overall risk of developing symptoms associated with digital eye strain [ 6 , 7 , 20 , 31 , 44 , 45 ].…”

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Can Nutrition Play a Role in Ameliorating Digital Eye Strain?

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Davey

2022

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Digital eye strain is a complex, multifactorial condition that can be caused by excessive screen time exposure to various electronic devices such as smartphones, tablets, e-readers, and computers. Current literature suggests oxidative damage concomitant with a chronic pro-inflammatory state represent significant etiopathogenic mechanisms. The present review aims to discuss the potential dietary role for micronutrients with nutraceutical properties to ameliorate various ocular and vision-related symptoms associated with digital eye strain. For ocular surface dysfunction, enhanced anti-inflammatory benefits with omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids have been well documented for treatment of dry eye disease. The anti-oxidative and immunosuppressive properties of anthocyanin phytochemicals may also confer protective effects against visually induced cognitive stress and digital asthenopia. Meanwhile, nutraceutical strategies involving xanthophyll macular carotenoids demonstrate enhanced cognitive functioning and overall visual performance that aids digital eye strain. Collectively, preliminary findings seem to offer a strong line of evidence to substantiate the need for additional randomized controlled trials aimed at treating digital eye strain with adjunctive nutraceutical strategies. Further RCT and comparisons on commercially available nutritional supplements are needed to quantify the clinical benefits.

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High frequency of digital eye strain and dry eye disease in teleworkers during the coronavirus disease (2019) pandemic

Cited by 27 publications

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Digital Eye Strain- A Comprehensive Review

Digital Eye Strain- A Comprehensive Review

The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, online-learning on the state of visual system and psychological state of students

Can Nutrition Play a Role in Ameliorating Digital Eye Strain?

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