Computer-Vision syndrome: How to prevent

Eye irritation and dryness is two of the most common vision problems a computer-users have. They are vulnerable in all eye-strain related problems. According to an article, Blink often to Avoid Eye-related woes, blinking keeps the surface of the eyes moist. I have gathered from different sources on how to protect your eyes from any eye-related problems, that is - itchiness, far-sightedness, astigmatism and age-related eye conditions.

• From Sciencedaily.com, Keshia Sims Elder, assistant professor in the UAB School of Optometry added some tips on how to protect the eyes from any computer vision syndrome, aside from blinking. Have a regular eye check up with your optometrist to ensure the correct glasses or contact lenses. Always tell your optometrist what kind of computer works you do. Some doctors even put a special protection on your lenses to protect your eyes from radiation.
• Rest your eyes for 20 seconds by looking far away from the computer monitor. Do it every 20 minutes or so.
• Always keep an eye moisturizer handy. In that case, you're always ready to put a drop if your eye itches. An eye drop like EYE-MO will do.
• Have your monitor "screened" with anti-radiation screens. It's available in the market.
• Always wear glasses that are specifically designed for computer uses. According to of Sciencedaily.com, that is to reduce glare when infrom of the monitor.
• Minimize glare by adjusting the room's lighting, and reduce the amount of white paper on the work station near the screen. Remember to blink frequently to reduce computer eye strain.    
• If possible, change your old  bulky monitor with LCD type of screens. Some computer stores nowadays will exchange your old monitor to a new LCD flat screen one. Just pay an additional amount, though.
• Lastly, i learned this a long time ago but i think this trick is very helpful. Rub your both palms back and forth creating a friction and form heat. Then Cover your both eyes with your heated palms for about a few seconds. Do this for every ten minutes or so. In that case, it relieves your eyes from painful computer-strains.