#151: Working with Dry Eye
The cause of Dry Eye Disease is multifactorial. This means that the factors that make it worse come from all around us. It is our lifestyle, or the things you're, or are not, doing on a daily basis that can either improve or hinder your dry eye symptoms.
Last month, I did a webinar with Scope Eyecare to explore how to deal with Dry Eye Disease while you're working. Your computer and other digital devices can play a big role in how dry your eyes feel. Download the guide to Digital Eye Strain Relief here.
In this webinar, we took a deep dive into:
- How to know if you have dry eyes. Yes, there are tons of tests your doctor can do, but you can do this quick test to find out for yourself.
- Blink regularly and intentionally. Close your eyes and intentionally squeeze the lids closed for 3 seconds. Find out the important role blinking plays here.
- Practice the 20X20X20 Rule. Every 20 minutes, take a 20 second break from your screen and look at something 20 feet away.
- We recommend the Heat, Cleanse, Hydrate Regimen to better manage your dry eyes. This is Scope's own version of my 4-simple steps to healthy eyes. You read the post about it here.
You can watch the replay of the webinar here.
I was so thrilled to see so many questions coming in during the event. If you still have a question after watching the webinar, please reach send an email to: [email protected]. I will be happy to get back with you.
Don't forget to download the Guide to Digital Eye Strain Relief. And, watch the replay of the webinar here.
