Prevalence of Computer Vision Syndrome and Ergonomic Practices among Adults in an Urban Setting

Computer Vision Syndrome (CVS) prevalence has risen with increased digital device use, yet knowledge about its occurrence and ergonomic practices among young adults remains limited. This study aims to assess the prevalence of CVS and the adoption of ergonomic practices in an urban setting. A cross-sectional study involving 406 students and working adults (mean age: 25.97 ± 5.30 years) was conducted using an electronic self-administered questionnaire. Data on CVS symptoms, computer usage habits, and ergonomic practices were collected and analyzed using descriptive statistics and chi-square tests. CVS prevalence was high, with burning or itching in the eyes (82.5%), neck pain (76.6%), and headaches (75.1%) as the most reported symptoms. Females experienced more burning eyes, dry eyes, neck pain, and shoulder pain, while males reported more headaches and blurred vision. Working adults had a higher incidence of headaches, blurred vision, and eye strain, whereas students experienced more burning eyes, dry eyes, neck pain, and shoulder pain. Despite high practice of ergonomic principles, over 80% of participants exhibited poor postural habits, such as hunching their shoulders. The findings reveal a high prevalence of CVS and significant association with the ergonomic practices among young adults, emphasizing the need for increased awareness and intervention strategies to reduce CVS symptoms and promote healthier computer usage habits.