When the Eyes Struggle to Work Together
Our eyes are designed to work as a team. Each eye tracks and focuses on what we see, and our brain blends the two images into one clear picture. This coordination is called binocular vision, and it is essential for comfortable, accurate sight.
Screens place high demands on this system. Spending hours each day focusing on a computer, tablet, phone, or TV requires constant tracking and teaming from both eyes. When that coordination starts to break down, binocular vision dysfunction can occur, leading to blurry vision, eye strain, and even double vision.
How Computer Vision Syndrome Develops
Extended screen time can also contribute to computer vision syndrome. This condition happens when the eyes become fatigued and struggle to maintain focus. Patients may experience trouble concentrating, headaches, eye pain, redness, dryness, or blurred vision during or after screen use. These symptoms can make daily tasks frustrating and uncomfortable.
How We Diagnose These Vision Problems
An eye exam can reveal what is contributing to your binocular vision dysfunction or computer vision syndrome. At River Lake Clinic, we perform specialized tests during your exam to measure how well your eyes track, focus, and work together. This helps us understand the severity of your vision problem and create the most effective treatment plan for you.
Treatment Options That Bring Relief
Eyeglasses are often prescribed to improve focus and provide clearer, more comfortable vision. Prism can be added to lenses to reduce double vision, and anti-fatigue or other specialized lens designs can ease eye strain during screen use.
Another effective approach is vision therapy. This involves targeted eye exercises to strengthen tracking and teaming skills. Therapy can be done at home or in the clinic, and over time it can help reduce both binocular vision dysfunction and computer vision syndrome, improving comfort and clarity.
If screen-related eye strain or focusing issues are interfering with your daily life, our team can help. Schedule an eye exam to learn what’s behind your symptoms and discover the best solutions for lasting relief!