Computer Eye Strain: A Holistic Solution

Discover a holistic solution for computer eye strain with this comprehensive online course led by Dr. Marc Grossman, O.D. L.Ac., a leading expert in natural vision improvement. Learn practical strategies to reduce the negative effects of prolonged screen time and protect your eyes.

Course Highlights:

• Understanding Computer Vision Syndrome: Gain a clear understanding of computer eye strain, also known as digital eye strain, its causes, and potential consequences.
• The Science of Eye Health: Explore how the eye naturally stays rested, including the importance of eye movement, blink rate, and proper eye moisture. Learn about saccades and the mechanics of eye movement.
• Blue Light & Eye Health: Delve into the impact of blue light emitted from screens, its effects on rod cells and cone cells, and how it can contribute to eye damage. Discover strategies to mitigate blue light damage.
• Consequences of Prolonged Screen Time: Understand the potential long-term consequences of computer eye strain, including information on glaucoma, dry eye syndrome, macula damage, and even potential links to eye cancer.
• Recognizing Signs & Symptoms: Learn to identify the signs and symptoms of computer eye strain and understand the causes and risk factors involved. Specifically address eye problems and computer eye strain in children.
• Conventional & Complementary Treatments: Explore both conventional treatments like ergonomics, software adjustments, vision therapy, and specialized eyeglass lenses, as well as complementary approaches such as nutrients & diet, lifestyle modifications, yoga & stretching, and essential rest & eye exercise.
• Practical Strategies for Relief: Implement proven techniques like the 20/20/20 rule, optimizing environmental light, and staying hydrated with water. Don't forget the simple but crucial reminder: Remember to blink!

Course Modules:

• Part 1: Introduction - Terminology, Statistics, and Course Goals
• Part 2: How the Eye Stays Rested - Eye Movement (Saccades), Blink Rate & Eye Moisture, Eye Muscles, Pathology of Computer Eye Strain, Eye Movement and Distance, Blue Light
• Part 3: Consequences of Computer Eye Strain - Overview & 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