Have you ever woken up with your eyes feeling really heavy? Or, are your eyes tired and sore? There are some simple ways to keep you fresh and relieve sore eyes. However, if you have any questions or have something that needs to be addressed, try calling your doctor.
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Method 1 of 5: Resolving Eye Problems
Step 1. Wash your face with cold water
Splashing cold water on your face doesn't necessarily wake you up. Instead, this cold splash of water initially causes narrowing of the arteries in the face so that blood flow is reduced to the face. This lack of blood makes the nervous system reflexes become more alert and try to get out of this situation
- Lack of blood flow to the eye reduces inflammation in the eye.
- Tears are produced naturally when the eyes are closed during this period of time. Due to the length of time the body is awake, the eyes become dry and tired. By implementing strategies that increase the length of time your eyes are closed, you can reduce dryness of the eyes and widen the tear film.
- Test the temperature of the water before you splash it on your face. The water should feel cold, but not cold at all.
- Splash water on your face at least three times to get the result. However, remember that you will only feel the effects for a short time. If you splash too much cold water, you may not feel the effect at all.
Step 2. Try putting your face in a bowl of cold water
To make this technique more effective, put cold water in a bowl and then put your face in it for 30 seconds. Take a deep breath before dipping your face into it. Pull your face away from this bowl when you feel the need to take a breath.
If you feel pain or anything else, stop immediately and call your doctor
Step 3. Put on a cold spring mask
To refresh the eyes, give him a gentle treatment. This treatment also allows you to rest your eyes by closing them for a few minutes.
- Fold a small towel to the size of an eye mask covering both of them.
- Wet a towel with cold water.
- Squeeze the towel until it is no longer soaking wet.
- Lie down on the bed or sofa and place a towel to cover your eyes.
- Remove the towel after 2-7 minutes.
- Repeat as necessary.
Step 4. Use a warm wet compress
A warm compress can help the muscles around the eyes relax. This can help relieve eye strain. Make a simple compress by soaking a clean small towel or paper towels in warm (not hot) water. Place this small towel on the eye for a few minutes until it feels relieved.
You can also make a warm compress with a tea bag. Soak a tea bag in warm water, then squeeze the excess water out of it. Put a tea bag on tired eyes
Step 5. Try eye drops that moisten the eye
There are several types of eye drops that can relieve sore eyes. Eye drops that moisten the eye can help relieve sore eyes. In addition, this drug also adds a tear film that adds hydration to the eyes.
- These eye drops have to be dripped several times. Follow the instructions on the packaging to find out how to use it properly.
- If you have a chronic condition that makes your eyes tired, try consulting an ophthalmologist to find out the right diagnosis for this condition.
Step 6. Use antihistamine drops
These drops block the release of histamine from the body's natural defense system against allergens. There are many over-the-counter antihistamine eye drops.
- Antihistamine eye drops can cause dry eyes, mouth, nose and throat.
- Follow the instructions on the packaging for proper use.
- Some good antihistamine eye drops are Alaway and Zaditor.
Step 7. Use eye drops that constrict the blood vessels
Eye drops such as Visine constrict the blood vessels in the eye, thereby reducing redness in the eyeball. Some brands contain lubricants to help moisturize the eyes.
- This type of eye drops can cause the eye to turn red again. When the medicine is no longer working, the blood vessels can dilate more than usual so that the eye becomes redder than usual.
- Follow the instructions on the packaging for proper use.
Step 8. Try asking your doctor about cyclosporine (Restasis) drops
Restasis helps treat chronic dry eye caused by a disease called keratoconjuctivitis sicca by stopping certain immune factors. These drops can only be obtained with a doctor's prescription. So, you should see a doctor to find out if this drug is right for you or not.
- Side effects of Restasis include burning, itching, redness, blurred vision, or eyes becoming sensitive to light. This medicine can cause allergic reactions in some people.
- Follow the instructions on the packaging for proper use.
- Pregnant women should not use Restasis drops.
- Restasis can take 6 weeks (or longer, in some cases) to treat dry eye.
Method 2 of 5: Moving Eyes and Body to Wake Up
Step 1. Try the 20-20-20 method
Every 20 minutes, try to take your eyes off the computer screen and stare at an object 20 feet (about 6 meters) away for 20 seconds.
Set an alarm to remind you to stretch or rest your eyes
Step 2. Look at the imaginary clock
Some exercises are specifically designed to strengthen the various eye muscles. These exercises can treat tired eyes. In addition, this exercise can prevent the eyes from getting tired quickly. Imagine there is a clock in front of you. Find the middle of the hour. Without moving your head, move your eyes up towards 12 o'clock. Then move your eyes back to the midpoint. Then, move your eyes to 1 o'clock and back again to the center.
- Do this exercise 10 times.
- This can help tired eyes to focus better. In addition, this exercise can strengthen the eye's ciliary muscle, which helps you focus your eyes.
Step 3. Write imaginary letters with your eyes
Imagine the letters of the alphabet written on a wall far away from you. Without moving your head, draw these letters with your eyes.
Imagine there is a number eight or infinity sign horizontally in front of you. Follow this figure eight with your eyes and don't move your head
Step 4. Blink more often
Train yourself to blink more often to prevent dry eyes. Blink every four seconds to spread the tear film and prevent eye strain.
Step 5. Get up and stretch
Sitting in front of a computer screen for long periods of time can strain your neck and back muscles. If left untreated, in addition to tired eyes, problems with these muscles can cause neck pain or tension and headaches. By stretching or meditating, especially with your eyes closed, your eyes will no longer become so dry because they have been lubricated with natural tears. In addition, this technique helps soothe the muscles around the eyes.
- Stretching increases the flow of blood and oxygen to tense eye muscles and relaxes them.
- Stress on the body is reduced if this is combined with meditation breathing techniques.
- Stretching reduces the feeling of annoyance and makes you feel better. In addition, tired eyes become more relieved.
Step 6. Exercise at a moderate intensity level
Moderate-intensity exercise can increase your heart rate. This can increase the circulation of oxygen which can increase blood flow to the eyes.
Increased blood flow is important for the function of the eye muscles and tissues around the eyes
Method 3 of 5: Creating a More Comfortable Environment
Step 1. Turn off the lights that are too bright
A comfortable environment relieves eye fatigue because the eyes don't have to be so focused. Bright or excessive light forces the eye to work harder to adapt to it. If the eyes are exposed for too long to bright light, the eyes and body get too many stimulants so that they become irritated and tired.
Step 2. Replace the fluorescent light bulb
Start by replacing fluorescent light bulbs and any additional bulbs you may not need to get the right lighting. Change the bulb to the "soft/warm" type.
Step 3. Add a dimmer switch in the room
Install the dimmer switch to adjust the light brightness. This switch allows you to adjust the brightness of the lamp and can help relieve eye fatigue.
This switch also allows other family members to adjust the brightness of the lights
Step 4. Adjust the brightness of the computer screen
Changes to the brightness of the computer screen may be necessary if you work for a long time. It also makes it easier for you to focus your eyes. In addition, the eyes are not too often have to be in a state of tension.
- Make sure the distance between and the computer screen is right. The right distance is 20-100 cm from the eye. Position the screen at eye level or slightly below the eyes.
- Reduce glare by covering blinds because sunlight can interfere with vision.
- Adjust the brightness of the computer screen so that the brightest light in the room shines at a 90° angle to the computer screen.
- Adjust the brightness and contrast of the computer screen.
Step 5. Listen to music
Music generally improves a person's mood. There are different types of music that can "wake us up" in their own way.
- Try putting on some dance music. Music for dancing can make you imagine you are dancing and having a good time. As a result, the body unconsciously sways to the beat - the feet sway, the fingers snap to the beat of the music.
- Listen to familiar music. Relieve eye fatigue by closing your eyes for a few minutes and listening to familiar music. This can bring back pleasant memories.
- Listen to loud music. Loud music with uplifting lyrics can make you happier.
- Turn up the music volume. Turning up the volume a little higher than usual can awaken your senses.
Method 4 of 5: Consult an Optometrist and Doctor
Step 1. Check your eyes regularly
See an optometrist for an eye exam. He will look for signs of whether you have eye disease or not.
Step 2. Make sure the level of glasses and contact lenses is in accordance with the state of your eyes now
If your eyes feel tired, it could be a sore eye because it's time for you to change your eyeglass lenses. See an optometrist to find out the right eyeglass lens size.
Step 3. Have a health check
If you've tried various methods but are still experiencing symptoms of tired eyes, see a doctor. Any situation must be handled. It could be that you have a more complicated disease that causes your eyes to become tired. You should consult a medical professional. Some of the health-related conditions include:
- Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: patients suffering from this condition always feel tired. This tiredness can cause vision problems, which can be mistaken for tired eyes. Contact lenses do not solve problems with changes in vision such as blurred vision. Eye examinations often give normal results. This condition requires medical treatment.
- Thyroid eye disease: This disease can cause eye problems that feel like tired eyes. These include some thyroid problems such as Graves' disease, in which the body attacks the thyroid tissue and eye tissue causing the eyes to swell.
- Astigmatism: this condition causes the cornea to become abnormally curved and vision becomes blurred.
- Chronic Dry Eye Syndrome: Chronic dry eye can be caused by a system problem such as diabetes or Sjögren's syndrome, an immune system disorder that causes dry eyes and mouth.
Method 5 of 5: Changing Your Diet
Step 1. Try eating fruits that contain more vitamin C
Eat more lemons and oranges. Its sour taste stimulates the senses and facial muscles around the eyes. Vitamin C in these fruits provides antioxidants that prevent diseases that make the body tired.
Lemons and oranges can also prevent age-related eye diseases such as macular degeneration and cataracts
Step 2. Take more vitamin A
Vitamin A is an important component for vision. Good sources of vitamin A include liver, fish oil, milk, eggs, and leafy green vegetables.
Step 3. Eat more green vegetables
In addition to vitamin A, green vegetables such as kale and spinach contain lutein and zeaxanthin which filter out harmful rays. In addition, these vegetables contain antioxidants and vitamin B12 which helps the production of blood cells. By eating more green vegetables, the body also has more energy needed to overcome eye fatigue.
Kale and spinach can help prevent cataracts
Step 4. Increase your intake of omega 3 fatty acids
Salmon, tuna and other fish contain omega 3 fatty acids that can prevent eye disease. In addition, omega 3 can prevent the effects of eye disease caused by age.
Step 5. Increase the intake of zinc (zinc)
Zinc can prevent the damaging effects of too harsh light. Increase your zinc intake by eating more legumes, dairy products, beef and chicken.
