Official Optica Blog — Blue Light

Understanding Headaches Behind the Eyes: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Headaches are common ailments that can be particularly distressing when they manifest as pain behind the eyes. A headache localised in this area can range from a dull ache to a sharp and stabbing sensation, and while often benign, understanding the potential causes and treatments can help alleviate the discomfort....

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Eye Strain: Symptoms, Causes & Treatment

Asthenopia, more commonly known as eye strain, is a condition that manifests as discomfort or even pain in and around the eyes. This unsettling feeling typically results from intense, prolonged use of the eyes - be it reading, writing, driving for long stretches, or gazing at digital screens (computers, smartphones,...

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Why Blue Light from Your Smartphone is Concerning

Constant exposure to digital devices is one of the biggest changes of human behaviour in the 21st Century. Whether it’s sharing a meme on Instagram, working long hours on a computer, or watching Netflix late into the night, we are all looking at digital screens for most of our waking hours.

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