ABSTRACT
The computer is a powerful and versatile tool that has become an indispensable element for the population worldwide, its use increased as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic which caused the suspension of all academic activities forcing students to receive virtual classes;which increased the incidence of asthenopia. This work aims to determine the use of electronic computers as a predisposing factor for the development of asthenopia. The methods employed consist of a literature review through a descriptive study of scientific articles, written in English and Spanish and published between 2015 and 2021. As a result, it was obtained that ergonomics and practical advice for the correct use of electronic devices decrease the incidence of developing asthenopia. The study's main conclusion was that people who spend long periods of time in front of computers,cell phones, and tablets are more likely to have visual problems such as eye fatigue.
ABSTRACT
The computer in integral education is a powerful and versatile tool that has become an indispensable element for the popu¬lation worldwide, its use increased as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic which caused the suspension of all academic ac¬tivities forcing students to receive virtual classes;which increased the incidence of asthenopia also known as ocular fatigue, a subjective symptom of vision that is mainly characterized by: Burning, pain, irritation, dry and reddened eye sensation, as a consequence of spending several hours in front of computers. Objectives: To determine the use of electronic computers as a predisposing factor for the development of asthenopia. Methods: Bibliographic review by descriptive study of scientific articles, written in English and Spanish and published between 2015 and 2021, including clinical trials, papers, review, syste¬matic review and meta-analysis. Results: Ergonomics and practical advice for the correct use of electronic devices, decrease the incidence to develop asthenopia. Conclusions: People who spend long periods of time in front of computers, cell phones and tablets are at greater risk of visual problems, including eye fatigue. © 2022, University of Cienfuegos, Carlos Rafael Rodriguez. All rights reserved.