scholarly journals Knowledge of computer vision syndrome among computer users in the workplace in Abuja, Nigeria

2013 ◽  
Vol 4 (4) ◽  
pp. 58-63 ◽  
Author(s):  
R. Akinbinu
Keyword(s):  
Computer Vision ◽  
Computer Users ◽  
Computer Vision Syndrome

Computer Vision Syndrome among Internet Users

2012 ◽  
pp. 782-798
Author(s):  
Liang Hu ◽  
Fan Lu
Keyword(s):  
Computer Vision ◽  
Current Knowledge ◽  
Treatment Strategies ◽  
Computer Users ◽  
Computer User ◽  
Contributing Factors ◽  
Internet Users ◽  
Computer Vision Syndrome ◽  
Computer Environments

The chapter is intended to introduce Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS), a widely spreading but largely unknown epidemic among professional and ordinary computer users, especially internet users. Dr. Sheedy and Dr. Anshel are two leading researchers in the ergonomics and optometry fields, and CVS has been extensively studied in these fields. The authors have summarized their views about CVS, including five major symptoms of CVS, three key contributing factors of CVS, and basic preventive and treatment strategies. Future researches are needed to continue the advancement of current knowledge regarding computer screens, computer task, and computer environments, and to expand research in diverse computer user populations, especially younger computer users.

scholarly journals Level of Awareness, Perception And Uptake Of Interventions For Computer Vision Syndrome Among University Students, Maseno, Western Kenya

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shadrack Muma ◽  
Dickens Omondi Aduda ◽  
Patrick Onyango
Keyword(s):  
Public Health ◽  
Computer Vision ◽  
University Students ◽  
Early Recognition ◽  
Computer Users ◽  
Health Concern ◽  
Public Health Concern ◽  
Awareness Campaigns ◽  
Computer Vision Syndrome ◽  
Study Results

Abstract Background Computer vision syndrome is a multi-factorial condition of the eye that results in symptoms of stress and discomfort among computer users. It causes chronic vision-related morbidity and reduced work productivity. Ninety percent and 75% of computer users globally and in Africa respectively suffer from CVS. It is an insidious chronic condition that however, has hitherto received little attention, both by health providers as well as computer users. Also, it is likely to be under diagnosed as it mimics other eye conditions. The risk factors for CVS include prolonged period of electronic device use and glare. In Kenya, lack of awareness of the disease is a key barrier to early detection, health seeking and use of interventions. The burden of CVS and how much computer users in learning institutions are aware of and perceive CVS remains unknown.Methods This study adopted cross-sectional study design to determine the level of awareness, perception of CVS, uptake of preventive measures by students at Maseno University. In total, we administered questionnaires to 384 randomly selected students.Results The mean age was 19.5 years (SD= 0.747) with 18-24 years as the modal age group. Females comprised 51.3% (n=197) and males 48.7%. Participants who had at least 5 symptoms of CVS were 60.4% (n= 232). Awareness level was classified as low in 47.8%; medium level in 38.2% and high level in 13.8% of respondents . Sixty percent of respondents did not perceive CVS as an issue of public health concern compared to 39.8% who perceived CVS as an issue of public health concern ( p=0.001). In terms of precautionary measures, only duration of computer use (46.2%, p = 0.001 ) were practiced. The study results show that at least 3 out of 5 students have at least five symptoms of CVS, whereas awareness of the disease and related risks remain low.Conclusion The results of the present study indicate that CVS is a less recognized health concern among university students. Consequently, screening for the disease sensitization of students on CVS and awareness campaigns to improve early recognition and diagnosis of disease as well as uptake of interventions is recommended.

scholarly journals Prevalence of Computer Vision Syndrome Among Iranian Medical University Employees and Graduate Students in their Occupational Environment

2021 ◽  
Vol 15 (3) ◽  
pp. 151-160
Author(s):  
Milad Qolami ◽  
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Natalia Cantó-Sancho ◽  
Mar Seguí-Crespo ◽  
Elena Ronda-Pérez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Computer Vision ◽  
Graduate Students ◽  
Pearson Correlation ◽  
Medical Science ◽  
Computer Users ◽  
Computer Work ◽  
University Employees ◽  
Occupational Environment ◽  
Computer Vision Syndrome ◽  
The Mean

Background and Objectives: The prolonged use of digital screens can cause a set of visual and ocular symptoms known as Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS), which is a common health issue among computer users. This study aimed to estimate the prevalence of CVS among university employees and graduate students in their occupational environment in Iran. Methods: A cross-sectional study was carried out in the Rehabilitation School of Iran University of Medical Science, Tehran, Iran. The study population (n=154) included all university employees and graduate students who spend at least one hour of computer work per day in their workplace. The participants completed a validated self-administered questionnaire. A descriptive analysis was performed and the prevalence of CVS was calculated. The correlations between variables were assessed using the Pearson and Spearman correlation coefficients and non-parametrical tests were used to evaluate the association between CVS and predictor variables, as well as differences between subgroups. Results: The Mean±SD age of the sample was 37.7±11.0 years, 64.3% were women, 57.8% were employee, 56.5% have higher education and the Mean±SD of computer usage time was 5.08±2.2. The total prevalence of CVS was 48.7% and the most frequent symptoms were eye redness (62.3%) and burning (56.5%). A significant positive correlation was found between the number of hours working with a computer and the total score of CVS (Pearson correlation coefficient = 0.248, P=0.02). Moreover, the total score of CVS significantly differed between participants who use six or more hours the computer and those who spend less than six hours (Mann-Whitney U test: P=0.007). Conclusion: This is the first investigation using a validated questionnaire to estimate the prevalence of CVS among computer users in the occupational environment, in Iran. The results show a relatively high prevalence of CVS these populations. The most affected are those who use the computer for a longer duration.

scholarly journals Prevalence of computer vision syndrome among computer users of Kolar district

2019 ◽  
Vol 5 (3) ◽  
pp. 326-329
Author(s):  
Sangeetha T ◽  
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Darshan S.M ◽  
Mohan Kumar H ◽  
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...  
Keyword(s):  
Computer Vision ◽  
Computer Users ◽  
Computer Vision Syndrome

scholarly journals Computer Vision Syndrome and Associated Factors among Computer Users in Debre Tabor Town, Northwest Ethiopia

2018 ◽  
Vol 2018 ◽  
pp. 1-8 ◽  
Author(s):  
Awrajaw Dessie ◽  
Fentahun Adane ◽  
Ansha Nega ◽  
Sintayehu Daba Wami ◽  
Daniel Haile Chercos
Keyword(s):  
Risk Factors ◽  
Computer Vision ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Computer Users ◽  
Computer Usage ◽  
Eye Disease ◽  
Management Support ◽  
Safety Measures ◽  
Computer Vision Syndrome ◽  
Debre Tabor

Background. Globally, computer is one of the common office tools used in various institutions. Using computer for prolonged time led to the users at greater health risk of computer vision syndrome (CVS). Computer vision syndrome is the leading occupational health problem of the twenty-first century. About 70 percent of computer users are suffered from CVS. Besides the health problems, CVS causes inefficiency at workplace and deteriorate quality of work. The problem of CVS and its risk factors are not well known in Ethiopia. Method. A cross-sectional study was conducted to assess the prevalence of CVS and associated factors among computer user government employees in Debre Tabor town from February to March, 2016. Multistage random sampling method was applied to select 607 study participants, and the data were collected by using a structured questionnaire. Computer vision syndrome was measured by self-reported method. Bivariate and multivariable binary logistic regression analyses were performed using SPSS version 20. Significance level was obtained at 95% CI and p value < 0.05. Results. The prevalence of CVS was 422 (69.5%) with 95% CI of 65.60, 73.0%. Blurred vision, eyestrain, and eye irritation were the commonest reported symptoms of CVS with proportion of 62.60%, 47.63%, and 47.40%, respectively. Occupation: officer (adjusted odds ratio (AOR) = 4.74) and secretary (AOR = 9.17), daily computer usage (AOR: 2.29), and preexisting eye disease (AOR = 3.19) were risk factors for CVS. However, computer users with high payment, who took regular health break, and with good knowledge on computer safety measures were less impacted by CVS. Conclusion. The prevalence of computer vision syndrome was found to be higher in Debre Tabor town. Monthly income, occupation, daily computer usage, regular health break, knowledge, and preexisting eye disease were predictor variables for CVS. Optimizing exposure time, improving awareness on safety measures, and management support are important to tackle CVS.

scholarly journals Chandanadi ghruta tarpana in Computer vision syndrome—A Pilot Study

2016 ◽  
Vol 7 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jyoti S ◽  
Ravindra Angadi ◽  
Ramesh B N
Keyword(s):  
Computer Vision ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
Computer Users ◽  
Curative Treatment ◽  
Occupational Hazard ◽  
Computer Vision Syndrome

Computer vision syndrome, a recent occupational hazard, is a collection of features like ‘eye strain’, ‘blurred vision’, ‘redness’, ‘dryness’, ‘headache’, ‘diplopia’ etc. About 50 to 90% of the regular computer users are affected with these symptoms. Although a number of researches have been carried out, no curative treatment has been achieved yet. Only palliative measures in the form of tear supplements are available which have to be used lifelong by the patients. Hence, aim of this pilot study is to understand the efficacy of ‘chandanadi ghrita tarpana’ in computer vision syndrome.

scholarly journals Difference in Computer Vision Syndrome between Laptop and Desktop Computer Users

2018 ◽  
Vol 3 (2) ◽  
pp. 65-70
Author(s):  
Putri Anggrainy ◽  
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Taufik Ashar ◽  
Rodiah Rahmawaty Lubis ◽  
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...  
Keyword(s):  
Computer Vision ◽  
Computer Users ◽  
Desktop Computer ◽  
Computer Vision Syndrome

scholarly journals Computer Vision Syndrome among Patients Attending the Outpatient Department of Ophthalmology in a Tertiary Care Centre: A Descriptive Cross-sectional Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 58 (230) ◽  
Author(s):  
Priyanka Shrestha ◽  
Pranil Man Singh Pradhan ◽  
Om Krishna Malla
Keyword(s):  
Computer Vision ◽  
Computer Use ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Computer Users ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Computer Vision Syndrome ◽  
Department Of Ophthalmology

Introduction: Computers and digital electronic devices have become an integral part of life. These devices have adverse effects and nowadays are considered leading occupational hazards. Computer vision syndrome comprises of all the ocular, visual and musculoskeletal symptoms secondary to long term computer use. The objective of this study is to determine the prevalence of computer vision syndrome among people attending the outpatient department of ophthalmology in the tertiary care center in Nepal. Methods: A descriptive cross-sectional study was done among 70 patients in a tertiary care hospital from January 2017 to June 2017 after obtaining ethical approval from the institutional review committee (Ref: 12042017). Convenient sampling method was applied and the point estimate at 95% confidence interval was calculated along with frequency and proportion for binary data. Patients using computers for more than one hour were included in the study. All data were entered in Microsoft Excel and analyzed using statistical package for social sciences version 20. Results: Among 70 patients, 67 (95.7%) (87.9-99.1 at 95% confidence interval) had one or more symptoms on computer use. The mean duration of computer use was 7.5±5.4 years and average hours of computer use among computer users were 6.9±3 hours. The most common symptom among computer users was headache seen in 46 (62.2%) patients. Conclusions: Our study showed that a significant number of people using a computer develop one or more symptoms on the long-term use of the computer. Therefore, it is very important to create awareness regarding computer vision syndrome and methods to prevent it among computer users.

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