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Digital eye strain (DES) affects over half of screen users. This review explores how contact lenses may influence DES, finding limited direct evidence but noting technological advances for future management.

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  • Ophthalmology
  • Optometry
  • Digital Health

Background:

  • Digital eye strain (DES) encompasses vision and eye-related issues from screen use, affecting over 50% of users.
  • Common DES symptoms include eyestrain, headaches, blurred vision, dry eyes, and musculoskeletal discomfort.
  • The role of contact lenses in DES etiology and management is an under-researched area.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To synthesize existing literature on the relationship between contact lens wear and digital eye strain.
  • To identify research gaps hindering the use of contact lenses for DES management.
  • To evaluate evidence on how contact lenses might contribute to or alleviate DES.

Main Methods:

  • Narrative review of current scientific literature.
  • Analysis of studies examining contact lens use and digital eye strain symptoms.
  • Assessment of technological advancements in contact lenses relevant to DES.

Main Results:

  • Limited direct evidence currently supports or refutes contact lens use for DES management.
  • Advances in contact lens technology offer potential for future DES management strategies.
  • High-quality evidence for blue-light filters reducing DES symptoms is scarce.

Conclusions:

  • Eye care professionals should weigh potential contact lens benefits against risks like ocular surface issues and astigmatism.
  • Further research is needed to clarify the interaction between contact lenses and digital eye strain.
  • Understanding this interaction will benefit eye care providers and patients managing DES.