With more and more time spent on computers and smartphones, the number of people who experience tired eyes is said to be growing year by year.
In particular,
• Heavy-feeling eyes
• Fatigue deep behind the eyes
• Blurrier vision by late afternoon
• Discomfort that spreads to the neck and shoulders
are symptoms that many people experience.
Unlike temporary tired eyes, eye strain refers to a state in which discomfort persists even after rest or a good night’s sleep.
Looking at a screen for long stretches tends to make the muscles around the eyes tense. Staying in the same posture for a long time is also said to place extra strain on the neck and shoulders.
On top of that, overworking your eyes can make you tense up without realizing it, which may lead to tension around the head and neck.
That is why eye strain is not just a problem with the eyes; it may also be linked to stiff neck and shoulders and a heavy feeling in the head.
In recent years, with the spread of remote work and longer smartphone use, we spend more time using our eyes than ever before.
At the same time, many people are not setting aside enough time to rest their eyes.
Everyday self-care also matters, such as looking into the distance from time to time, taking frequent breaks, and getting enough sleep.
Many of our guests at La HEAD also tell us they feel eye strain or neck and shoulder tension from desk work.
After a session, we sometimes hear comments such as:
“My eyes feel like they open more easily.”
“My head feels clear.”
“My vision seems sharper.”
These are some of the impressions guests share with us.
Today, it is hard to live without using our eyes.
That is exactly why it may be important to consciously make time in daily life to rest your eyes and body, and to look after your overall condition.