MANAGING COMPUTER VISION SYNDROME WITH AYURVEDA

A type of eye strain which develop when individual spend lots of time using smart-phones, computers or any other digital devices is known as Computer Vision Syndrome. This syndrome is quite common in today’s world, as more people relies on the digital devices, smart-phones etc  for socializing and work.  This condition is also called as digital eye strain. Individual might experience eye irritation, headaches, blurred vision along with other symptoms. Mostly these symptoms are temporary, but individuals normal routine and work life is affected. It can be managed by lubricating eyes, adjusting posture and correcting vision errors while using digital devices.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF COMPUTER VISION SYNDROME?

Excessive use of digital devices leads to development of this condition. Focusing on close-up objects for longer duration can put strain on the eyes, but screen add layer of strain to eyes due to :

• Poor contrast of screen’s content against the background
• Reflections or glare bouncing off the digital screen
• Screen content being less focused or sharp
• Being too far or too close from the screen
• Taking insufficient screen beaks
• Viewing screen in low light

WHAT ARE THE RISK FACTORS FOR COMPUTER VISION SYNDROME?

Certain conditions tends to increase the risk of developing computer vision syndrome in individuals. The factors includes:

• Under-corrected or uncorrected, such as near sightedness
• Dry eye disease
• Eye conditions which affect eye’s ability to focus, such as convergence insufficiency

 WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF COMPUTER VISION SYNDROME?

Some of the common symptoms experienced by the individual with computer vision syndrome includes :

• Blurred vision which comes and goes
• Eye strain
• Itchy and dry eyes
• Watery eyes
• Sensitivity to bright lights
• Headache behind the eyes
• Trouble keeping eyes open
• Shoulder or neck pain and stiffness
• Backache
• Near sightedness

PREVENTIVE MEASURES FOR COMPUTER VISION SYNDROME:

• Reduce screen time
• Take at least 20 minutes break every two hours from your digital devices.
• Find a comfortable position which can helps individual to avoid straining the eyes from bending forward or stretching neck to see screen.
• Adjusting the screen brightness and contracts so that it feel comfortable to the eyes.
• Limit reflections and glares
• Make text bigger so that there is less strain on the eyes

WHAT AYURVED SAYS ABOUT COMPUTER VISION SYNDROME ?

This condition  can be interpreted under the concept of Anukta Vyadhi. Due  to etiological factors like atiyoga of chakshuendriya ( excessive use of eyes), mithya yoga of chakshuendriya (improper use f eyes), sooksma nirikshanat (seeing very small objects), atisammipayat (from very close distance) there is increase in vata and pitta dosha and depletion of the Kapha. This imbalance of the doshas leads to development of the symptoms like dry eyes, eye strain, blurred vision, shoulder, neck, back pain, headache etc.

Treatment of the computer vision syndrome is to avoid the etiological factors and balance out the imbalanced doshas.

PANCHAKARMA FOR COMPUTER VISION SYNDROME:

• Akshi tarpana
• Aschotana
• Seka
• Anjan
• Netra dhara

CHANDIGARH AYURVED CENTRE MEDICATIONS FOR TREATMENT OF COMPUTER VISION SYNDROME :

1. Nerve Up Tablet

Nerve up tablet is a herbo-mineral tablet and is purely ayurvedic formulation. CAC Nerve up tablets help in balancing the vata doshas. It reduces kapha dosha, and acts as nervine stimulant. It shows effective results in improving the central nervous system. It contains natural ingredients like shudha kuchala, shudha shilajeet,  praval pishti, shankh bhasma etc. These contains natural vatahar properties and helps in curing vata diseases.

Recommended Dosage– Take 1 tablet twice a day with normal water.

2. Detox tablets

It optimizes the balance of Bacteria in the Digestive tract. Detox tablets are 100% natural & safe containing 1gm herbs extract. The herbs used for formulation of these tablets show antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-stress, & immuno-modulator properties. The herbs & minerals used for preparation of this churna shows antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, immuno-modulator properties. It consist of Parwal Pishti, Shukta Pishti, Giloy Satav, Kamdudha Ras, Jahar Mohra, Akik Pishti, Gandhak Rasayan, Shankh Bhasma, Sutshekhar Ras, Sudhyog Tab, Shwet Parpati, Yavakshaar.

Recommended Dosage– Take 1 tablet twice a day with normal water.

3. Vata Tablet

Vata balance tablet is a rejuvenating blend of herbs is specially formulated to balance Vata doshas without aggravating Pitta or Kapha doshas. It may be used to support overall health and well-being by Vata constitutions with or without food. For those with a dual constitution that includes Vata or a tridoshic constitution, it is an excellent formula for the Vata season, which in most parts of the world is autumn and early winter.

Recommended Dosage– Take 1 tablet twice a day with normal water.

4. Roshani Eye Drop

Roshani Eye Drop is pure Ayurvedic formulation used in problems like frequent travel, work on a computer, and lack of sleep. This eye drops contains herbal ingredients like Nimba (Azadirachta indica), Bhringraj (Eclipta alba), Punarnava (Boerhavia diffusa), Haritaki (Terminalia chebula), Shwet Chandan, Rakta chandan, Tulsi (Ocimum sanctum), Haridra( Curcuma longa), Gulab (Rosa damascena), Adrak (Zingiber officinale), Bahera (Terminalia bellirica), Pudina (Mentha spicata), Saindhavan lavan, Phitakari, etc. This eye drop soothes up the eyes, prevents infections and clears off particles in the eyes, improves vision.

Dosage: Put one drop in each eye in the morning and at bed time.

5. Triphla Syrup

Triphala Syrup ancient herbal remedy contains equal parts of three herbs like T. Chebula, T.bellirica rox, and E. officinalis. These ingredients are very beneficial for digestive system, maintain bowel wellness, helps in abdominal bloating, and flatulence. Triphala Syrup is tridosha hara. It is used to detoxify the body and support the immune system. It is known for its antibacterial, antioxidant, and antiviral abilities. It is prescribed for treating fatigue and gastric distress, pneumonia, constipation, vaginal infections, piles and eye problems.

Recommended Dosage– Take 1 tablespoon twice a day.