Workplace Eye Wellness

Workplace Eye Wellness Information form our Elko Optometrist

At Total Eyecare in Elko, we want to ensure that your eyes are well-protected at work. Our optometrists want to raise awareness of eye injuries in the workplace, as well as other eye problems that can occur on the job. At Total Eyecare, our optometrist in Elko can help you maintain your healthy eyes at work.

man in his office straining his eyes to see his computer screen

Eye Injuries at Work

When you work with certain materials and equipment, such as welding, your eyes are at risk of being injured. This can result in the need for emergency care in order to protection your vision. Making sure that you wear protective eyewear that is certified and approved helps reduce this risk. Your workplace should provide this eyewear for all employees who are at risk.

Eye Strain at Work

The other major eye problem that can affect you on the job is eye strain. Working on computers and staring at screens for hours each day puts a significant amount of strain on your eyes and vision. You might experience eye irritation, redness, headaches and other symptoms when you are straining your eyes at work. 

You can prevent eye strain on the job by getting into the habit of looking away from your computer, laptop, tablet or phone screen from time to time. You should give your eyes a rest every 20 minutes in order to lower your risk of straining your eyes. Plan on looking at an object about 20 feet away from you for about 20 seconds when you glance away from your screen. Other ways to prevent eye strain at work include blinking more often while looking at screens and reducing glare on your screen. Having your eyes checked for underlying problems that might contribute to eye strain is also important. These routine exams also ensure that your eye prescriptions for corrective lenses are up-to-date.

Contact Our Optometrist for Eye Care in Elko

If you need eye protection or other eye care services, please contact Total Eyecare to schedule an appointment. Our optometrist in Elko offers comprehensive eye care services, schedule an appointment for an eye exam by calling (775) 738-8491. 

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