Medical transcriptionists spend several hours a day staring at their computer screens. This can lead to eye strain and other visual problems over time. That is why it is important to take preventative measures to ward off unnecessary visual disabilities.
Short breaks can help alleviate or lessen symptoms of eye strain and other visual problems caused by staring at a computer monitor for long periods of time. Practice moving your eyes to distant objects periodically or closing your eyes for a moment or two. Another thing to try is adjusting the brightness of your monitor to a more comfortable level. Adjust the distance you sit from the monitor and its angle to lessen the glare on the screen. Consider purchasing a glare-reduction filter or adjusting the lighting in the room you are working in. A little prevention can go a long way; especially over time. So, try putting these practices into use and see the difference for yourself!
