By the end of this course, you should:

• Understand the causes and effects of extended computer usage
• Be aware of vision-related risks associated with extended screen/computer usage
• Possess intermediate knowledge of the biological factors involved in Computer Eye Strain
• Possess a holistic set of tools you can immediately use to help reduce your computer-induced eye strain, including:
  • nutrition and diet recommendations
  • yoga poses
  • eye exercises
  • ergonomic tips
  • natural eye care supplement recommendations
  • blue light filtering software tutorials
  • and more...

This course is for:

Anyone who experiences sore eyes, dry eyes, headache or blurred vision when using a digital device

• Computer Users
• TV Users
• Smartphone Users

Course Outline:

Part 1: Introduction

• Terminology
• Statistics
• Goals

Part 2: How the Eye Stays Rested

• Eye Movement: The Saccade
• Blink Rate and Eye Moisture
• Muscles of the Eye
• Pathology of Computer Eye Strain
• Eye Movement and Distance
• Blue Light

Part 3: Consequences of Computer Eye Strain

• Overview and Statistics
• Glaucoma
• Dry Eye Syndrome
• Photoreceptor Damage
• Blue Light Damages Rods and Cones
• Rod Cell Protein
• Eye Cancer
• Insomnia
• Damage to Macula
• Blue Light Worsens Other Problems
• Take Breaks!

Part 4: Signs, Symptoms, Causes, Risks

• Signs and Symptoms
• Causes and Risk Factors
• Eye Problems
• Computer Eye Strain in Children

Part 5: Conventional Treatment

• Ergonomics
• Software
• Vision Therapy
• Eyeglass Lenses

Part 6: Complementary Approach

• Ergonomics
• Nutrients & Diet
• Lifestyle
• Yoga &  Stretching
• Rest & Eye Exercise
• Amber-colored lenses
• Environmental light
• 20/20/20 rule
• Software
• Breathing
• Water
• Remember to blink!
• References