What is Computer Vision Syndrome
See Better and Feel Better
at Your Computer...
The Visual Problem: CVS
Computers Are Everywhere
Almost everyone uses a computer. According to the 2001 US Census Report, 143 million people use a computer every day, including 54 million children. While computers enable us to be more efficient and more productive, this can come at a price: Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS). Typical symptoms include:
• Eyestrain
• Headaches
• Slow focusing
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• Tired, burning eyes
• Neck and shoulder pain
• Blurred vision at distance
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Why Does CVS Occur?
The human vision system is not designed for long hours of computer viewing. Display images are made up of pixels—tiny dots of light on which our eyes cannot focus accurately. Your doctor uses the PRIO vision tester to determine the precise correction you need for your eyes to relax and be comfortable at the computer. Learn more about CVS in "What is Computer Vision Syndrome?"
For many years PRIO has been leading the charge in educating employers, employees and even Congress about the reality of Computer Vision Syndrome.
At the same time PRIO has developed our unique PRIO Tester; the only Class 1 Medical Instrument designed to accurately measure an individual's Resting Point of Accommodation which allows an eyecare professional to properly prescribe glasses to compensate for the Lag of Accommodation associated with working at a computer.
 What is Computer Vision Syndrome?—As the saying goes, understanding the problem is the first step in solving it. Despite the fact that as many as 60 million Americans suffer symptoms of CVS, the syndrome and its true causes remain relatively unknown.- What Can I Do About CVS?—Once you know what CVS is, the good news is that PRIO has developed a way to address the problem. Here you'll learn how the PRIO Tester simulates a real computer screen, allowing your doctor to properly prescribe glasses to alleviate the symptoms of CVS.
- Frequently Asked Questions—After so many years on the front line against CVS, we've heard just about every possible question. But several seem to be the most common so we've answered them here. If you aren't able to find your question here, don't hesitate to contact us.
- Testimonials from PRIO Customers—Pages of statistics and studies can never take the place of real life experience. On this page, we've chosen a few comments from past PRIO customers and let their experience speak for itself.
- Nine Ways to Reduce the Symptoms of Computer Vision Syndrome—Of course the right pair of glasses is the best way to alleviate the symptoms of Computer Vision Syndrome. But if that isn't an option right this moment, we've included a few pointers here to help you in the mean time.
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