25/06/2020
Scientific studies show that constantly looking at the monitor impairs vision. Discerning contrasts, differentiating between colours and alternating between short and long distances become more and more difficult. Constant near-sighted work can even restrict your field of vision.
A couple of eye relaxation exercises can go a long way to helping this. They only take a couple of minutes, can be done anywhere and at any time, and can also help you to concentrate better when working at your computer. Why not give them a go? Here's an overview of the best ways to relax your eyes:
*A workout for your eyes*
Our eyes work hard every day. With a couple of simple sight exercises, you can relax your eyes and refresh your vision.
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*Palming*
Make sure that you are seated comfortably. Rest your arms on a flat surface, close your eyes and then place the palms of your hands over your eyes. It should be completely dark. Now breathe in and out slowly and deliberately for one or two minutes. Once you have done this, slowly take your hands away and open your eyes again.
*Four-direction exercise*
Seat yourself comfortably and hold your head straight. Then, moving only your eyes and not your head, look as far as you can in all four directions for two or three seconds each: up, down, left and then right. Repeat three times.
*Eye socket massage*
A gentle massage is very relaxing for the eyes. Using the tips of your thumbs, massage the area beneath your eyebrows – from the top of your nose to the edge of the eyelid – in a circular motion.
*Eye relaxation exercise*
Sit up straight and stretch one arm out in front of your nose with the thumb pointing upwards. Now choose five objects: the tip of your nose, your outstretched arm, your thumb and two more objects in the room that are further away. Look at each object in turn, resting your gaze on each object for a few breaths. Finally, finish by looking into the distance.
*Accommodation exercise*
Hold your right index finger at eye level, about half an arm's length from your eye. Hold your left index finger about 6 inches behind it. In a steady rhythm, look from one finger to the other. Do this for one minute.
*Butterfly exercise *(to prevent dry eyes)
Face forward with your head straight and relax your facial muscles and lower jaw. Then open and close both eyelids up to 20 times. Keep your muscles relaxed the whole time – your eyelids should move gently and effortlessly, like the wings of a butterfly.