Overcoming Eye Fatigue: Our Advice for Optimal Visual Comfort

Eye Fatigue: A Modern Problem Affecting Everyone

During our clinic eye exams, eye fatigue has become a frequently mentioned issue among our patients, both young and old. To better understand this contemporary ailment, we invite you to answer the following questions:

1. Do you regularly experience headaches?

2. Do you sometimes have blurry or double vision?

3. Are your eyes dry and tearing?

4. Do you feel burning or itching sensations in your eyes?

5. Do you have difficulty concentrating?

If you answered yes to any of these 5 questions above and spend more than 2 hours a day in front of screens, you may be experiencing eye fatigue. If you frequently experience several of the discomforts listed above, we encourage you to schedule an appointment at the clinic for a comprehensive eye exam.

The examination will determine whether your vision requires correction or if an adjustment to your current prescription is needed. It's important to note that eye problems or an improper prescription can contribute to or worsen eye fatigue.

While awaiting your next appointment, discover below an overview of actions and measures to alleviate visual fatigue discomforts.

Solutions to Improve Your Visual Comfort

In addition to adopting good habits, such as eye blinking exercises, taking regular breaks, and reducing screen time during leisure, there are optical products specifically designed to relieve your eyes.

Among the solutions offered by leading lens manufacturers are:

Ophthalmic Lenses

Several reputable manufacturers offer lenses specially designed to optimize comfort and reduce symptoms associated with eye fatigue. Examples include Hoya's Sync III, Nikon's Relaxsee Neo, and Essilor's Eyezen+. These ophthalmic lenses each have their specificities but have all been developed for our ultra-connected lifestyle, allowing your eyes to relax when your close-up vision is overworked.

For more information on ophthalmic lenses available to alleviate eye fatigue symptoms, consult your clinic's team.

Contact Lenses

If you prefer contact lenses, there are options for you. For optimal hydration and lasting comfort throughout the day, daily lenses (single-use) such as Alcon's Dailies and Precision 1 lenses can be an interesting solution.

Johnson & Johnson Vision Canada's ACUVUE OASYS 1-Day contact lenses are another daily lens alternative, including Hydraluxe technology. This technology, mimicking the properties of natural tears, keeps your lenses and eyes hydrated all day and protects against friction when blinking.

To try a new product and find contact lenses that best suit your needs, consult your eye care professional at Opto-Réseau.

Taming Eye Fatigue

Eye fatigue is a serious issue that can significantly impact your quality of life. By identifying symptoms and taking steps to mitigate its impact, you'll quickly feel the benefits of more comfortable vision, improving your well-being and productivity.

If you don't wear glasses or contact lenses but experience eye fatigue after long days of focus, at Opto-Réseau, we're here to help you take care of your eyes and find the best solutions for your specific needs. Schedule a clinic visit to discuss your situation and benefit from our experts' advice to help manage and reduce eye fatigue symptoms.