How to Tell If Eye Fatigue Is Vision-Related or Lifestyle-Related
Do your eyes feel heavy, sore, or tired by mid-afternoon? You’re not alone. But it’s not always easy to tell whether eye fatigue is caused by vision changes—or just everyday habits.
At Restore Surgical Center in Kelowna, we help patients uncover what’s behind their eye strain and whether it’s time for a vision correction procedure like RLE.
Common Lifestyle Causes of Eye Fatigue:
- Too much screen time (digital eye strain or “computer vision syndrome”)
- Poor lighting while reading or working
- Dehydration or lack of sleep
- High-stress environments
- Dry indoor air
When It Might Be Vision-Related:
- Difficulty focusing on near tasks (a sign of presbyopia)
- Blurry vision when reading or driving
- Increasing dependence on readers or bifocals
- Eyes feel strained even with minimal screen use
These can all point to age-related lens changes—especially if you’re in your 40s or 50s.
What to Do Next:
- Track your symptoms – When and where does fatigue occur?
- Get a comprehensive eye exam – Rule out medical causes.
- Explore long-term solutions – Like Refractive Lens Exchange (RLE) if lens stiffness is the root issue.
At Restore, we’ll help you determine whether a simple lifestyle shift or surgical intervention is the right path for you.
Tired of tired eyes? Let’s get to the root of the problem—book your consultation today.