Digital Eye Strain & Neurolens

Digital Eye Strain Relief at Montrose Eye Care – Houston, TX

In today’s digital world, many of us spend hours daily staring at screens for work, school, or leisure. Unfortunately, prolonged screen time can lead to Digital Eye Strain, also known as computer vision syndrome. This condition affects people of all ages and can cause discomfort, fatigue, and even impact daily productivity.

At Montrose Eye Care, we provide solutions to address and alleviate digital eye strain, including the advanced Neurolens system, designed specifically to reduce digital eye strain symptoms and improve visual comfort.

What is Digital Eye Strain?

Digital Eye Strain occurs when the eyes become strained and fatigued from prolonged exposure to screens, such as computers, smartphones, and tablets. The close-up focus required for extended screen use, combined with blue light exposure, can strain eye muscles and lead to uncomfortable symptoms.

Symptoms of Digital Eye Strain

If you experience any of the following symptoms, you may be suffering from Digital Eye Strain:

  • Headaches

  • Dry or irritated eyes

  • Blurred or double vision

  • Neck and shoulder pain

  • Difficulty concentrating

  • Eye fatigue or soreness

These symptoms often worsen as screen time increases and may interfere with daily tasks. Fortunately, there are effective ways to manage and reduce the impact of Digital Eye Strain.

Tips to Prevent Digital Eye Strain

Incorporating a few habits into your daily routine can help prevent or reduce Digital Eye Strain:

  • Follow the 20-20-20 Rule: Every 20 minutes, look at something 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds to give your eyes a break.

  • Adjust Screen Settings: Use settings that reduce glare and adjust brightness to a comfortable level.

  • Blue Light Protection: Wear blue light-blocking lenses or use a screen filter to limit blue light exposure.

  • Blink Frequently: Blinking helps refresh and moisten the eyes, which can prevent dryness.

  • Practice Good Posture: Position your screen at eye level and maintain proper posture to avoid neck and shoulder strain.

If symptoms persist, consider scheduling an eye exam to assess your specific needs.

What is Neurolens?

Neurolens is an innovative, non-invasive solution designed to relieve digital eye strain by addressing eye misalignment, which can often be a root cause of discomfort. Neurolens technology measures misalignment and prescribes custom lenses with a unique prism design to help correct it. These lenses are clinically proven to reduce digital eye strain symptoms, especially in patients who experience frequent headaches, neck pain, and eye fatigue due to screen use.

Neurolens Solution at Montrose Eye Care

Our Neurolens system is a state-of-the-art approach to digital eye strain management. During a Neurolens evaluation, we measure your eye alignment at both near and distance viewing points. This allows us to detect any misalignments that may be contributing to your symptoms. Based on the results, we can prescribe Neurolens lenses customized to address your specific needs, helping reduce or eliminate digital eye strain symptoms.

Take the Neurolens Test

​​​​​​​Curious if Neurolens can help you? Take the Neurolens test to determine if eye misalignment is contributing to your digital eye strain. Our team at Montrose Eye Care will guide you through the evaluation and help you find the relief you need.

Discover how Neurolens can enhance your visual comfort and reduce digital eye strain—schedule your consultation at Montrose Eye Care today!