Cutting Computer Eyestrain

Workplace injuries do not always involve sudden, traumatic health problems like fractures. Some workplace injuries develop slowly over time and are typically caused by repetitive work. Computer vision syndrome, for instance, is one of the ways a person can be hurt at work in San Jose.

There are easy tips such as positioning the computer monitor 20 to 30 inches away from the face and keeping it at eye level. It is also recommended to use indirect light sources to eliminate glare on the screen. Another helpful strategy is to use the 20/20/20 rule: Every 20 minutes, focus your gaze on an object 20 feet away for 20 seconds. This lets your eye muscles rest and refocus.

About the Author

Gerald Scher, Attorney at Law

Gerald “Jerry” Scher is a San Jose personal injury attorney with over 30 years of experience. A graduate of Santa Clara University School of Law, he has secured settlements from $5,000 to $1.5 million in personal injury and workers’ compensation cases. Jerry is a member of the American Bar Association and Santa Clara County Trial Lawyers Association.