Why do my eyes always feel tired? This is a very common question, and there are MANY possible causes for tired eyes. I'll go over three of the more common causes and some solutions for each. Ask Many people work on computer screens all day. While focusing on a screen, we don't blink our eyes as often as we think. As a result, our eyes tend to dry out, which causes eye fatigue. There are many types of artificial tear products you can use throughout the day to Westberg, O.D. moisten your eyes. There are dozens of different brands on the Murry D. the market - some are good and some can be harmful, so talk to your eye doctor about which ones are best for you. Blue light emitted from our digital devices can cause dry eyes, fatigue, eyestrain, and headaches. It affects your body's release of melatonin, and can have a negative effect on sleep patterns. It can also have long-term effects on the retina, contributing to macular degeneration. Blue light filtering computer glasses can block this harmful light and help your eyes feel more comfortable throughout the day, and less tired at the end of your work day. Our work environments are typically not ideal for our eyes. Many people work at desks or cubicles where they focus at near for most of their day. This adds to eye strain and fatigue. Remember the 20/20/20 rule: every 20 minutes, take a 20 second break and look Doctor PARK RAPIDS WALKER EYE CLINIC 100 Huntsinger Ave, Park Rapids 732-3389 at something further than 20 feet away. Get up, move around, look 107 6th St., Walker 547-3666 out a window or down a hallway. Your focusing muscles need a break just like other muscles, so give them a rest about every 20 minutes..and remember to blink your eyes! These are just a few of the most common causes of eyestrain and fatigue. If you haven't had an eye exam in over a year, I recommend getting an exam sometime soon. Changes in your glasses prescription can also cause a great deal of fatigue and strain! Hopefully these suggestions will help your eyes feel better and perform their best! Murry D. Westberg, O.D. Jen Keller, O.D. R.W. Helm, O.D. 1-877-700-3389 www.prweyeclinic.com Why do my eyes always feel tired? This is a very common question, and there are MANY possible causes for tired eyes. I'll go over three of the more common causes and some solutions for each. Ask Many people work on computer screens all day. While focusing on a screen, we don't blink our eyes as often as we think. As a result, our eyes tend to dry out, which causes eye fatigue. There are many types of artificial tear products you can use throughout the day to Westberg, O.D. moisten your eyes. There are dozens of different brands on the Murry D. the market - some are good and some can be harmful, so talk to your eye doctor about which ones are best for you. Blue light emitted from our digital devices can cause dry eyes, fatigue, eyestrain, and headaches. It affects your body's release of melatonin, and can have a negative effect on sleep patterns. It can also have long-term effects on the retina, contributing to macular degeneration. Blue light filtering computer glasses can block this harmful light and help your eyes feel more comfortable throughout the day, and less tired at the end of your work day. Our work environments are typically not ideal for our eyes. Many people work at desks or cubicles where they focus at near for most of their day. This adds to eye strain and fatigue. Remember the 20/20/20 rule: every 20 minutes, take a 20 second break and look Doctor PARK RAPIDS WALKER EYE CLINIC 100 Huntsinger Ave, Park Rapids 732-3389 at something further than 20 feet away. Get up, move around, look 107 6th St., Walker 547-3666 out a window or down a hallway. Your focusing muscles need a break just like other muscles, so give them a rest about every 20 minutes..and remember to blink your eyes! These are just a few of the most common causes of eyestrain and fatigue. If you haven't had an eye exam in over a year, I recommend getting an exam sometime soon. Changes in your glasses prescription can also cause a great deal of fatigue and strain! Hopefully these suggestions will help your eyes feel better and perform their best! Murry D. Westberg, O.D. Jen Keller, O.D. R.W. Helm, O.D. 1-877-700-3389 www.prweyeclinic.com