Hidden Dangers
A list of pros and cons can be assigned to everything, unfortunately, computers and cell-phones, though amazing, are not exempt from this. Cons can refer to many things, but the one biggest downfall that is worth looking into is the unforeseen impact that technology has on the human body. The three main parts of the body that are being affected negatively include the eyes, brain, and neck/back.
The latest and greatest technology seems to be what everyone wants to get their hands on the minute it comes out, unfortunately, it is not the best for our eyes. According to a study done by the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health more people are showing up to their eye appointments complaining of symptoms such as fatigue, blurry vision, headaches, and neck pain, all of which are symptoms of Computer-Vision Syndrome or CVS. Due to the rise in numbers of people that have access to the latest computers and cell-phones the symptoms of CVS currently affect almost 90% of all people who spend three or more hours a day in front of a computer or cell-phone. Another way the viewers’ eyes are affected is that when looking at a computer screen, viewers’ tend to blink less, which dries out their eyes. When eyes become dry, periodically throughout the day, this can lead to irritated, itchy, burning eyes which leads to a lack of focus. All of this negative impact on eyes is important to be aware of because due to its being one of the five senses, and since a lot of what we do day to day requires sight it is in our best interest to take care of our eyes. The effects continue as what people see is then sent to their brain for interpretation for their understanding. A medical doctor by the name of Victoria Dunckley, with a background in mental health, recently wrote an article on researchers’ findings of how screen time really affects the brain. Dunckley, in her article, talks about one of the concerns of technology on …show more content…
However, texting posture is not necessarily a mandatory posture for texting, but it is often seen being used anyway. Dr. Kenneth Hansraj had this to say about texting, “Many of today 's modern conveniences actually worsen our physical health in the long run. Texting is up there with the best of them” (Hansraj). When texting or typing on a computer, people tend to slouch their shoulders and crane their necks in order to look at the screen. For every degree that the neck is bent to look at a device’s screen roughly twelve pounds of additional pressure is put on the spine to support the head and neck. Findings in a recent study reported by Dr. Hansraj, a spine and orthopedic surgeon, showed that the spine is happiest when the ears line up on the same plane as the shoulders and when the shoulder blades are retracted. Without these adjustments there is added pressure to the spine, which it is not equipped to support, especially for extended amounts of time.
Whether or not the body is really equipped to handle the negative effects of technology, it is what the consumers want so it is what the industries will continue to give them. The best way for anyone to be prepared is to be informed of what this can do to one’s eyes, brain, and neck/back. That way protective measures can be taken for the consumers to have the best experience
A list of pros and cons can be assigned to everything, unfortunately, computers and cell-phones, though amazing, are not exempt from this. Cons can refer to many things, but the one biggest downfall that is worth looking into is the unforeseen impact that technology has on the human body. The three main parts of the body that are being affected negatively include the eyes, brain, and neck/back.
The latest and greatest technology seems to be what everyone wants to get their hands on the minute it comes out, unfortunately, it is not the best for our eyes. According to a study done by the National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health more people are showing up to their eye appointments complaining of symptoms such as fatigue, blurry vision, headaches, and neck pain, all of which are symptoms of Computer-Vision Syndrome or CVS. Due to the rise in numbers of people that have access to the latest computers and cell-phones the symptoms of CVS currently affect almost 90% of all people who spend three or more hours a day in front of a computer or cell-phone. Another way the viewers’ eyes are affected is that when looking at a computer screen, viewers’ tend to blink less, which dries out their eyes. When eyes become dry, periodically throughout the day, this can lead to irritated, itchy, burning eyes which leads to a lack of focus. All of this negative impact on eyes is important to be aware of because due to its being one of the five senses, and since a lot of what we do day to day requires sight it is in our best interest to take care of our eyes. The effects continue as what people see is then sent to their brain for interpretation for their understanding. A medical doctor by the name of Victoria Dunckley, with a background in mental health, recently wrote an article on researchers’ findings of how screen time really affects the brain. Dunckley, in her article, talks about one of the concerns of technology on …show more content…
However, texting posture is not necessarily a mandatory posture for texting, but it is often seen being used anyway. Dr. Kenneth Hansraj had this to say about texting, “Many of today 's modern conveniences actually worsen our physical health in the long run. Texting is up there with the best of them” (Hansraj). When texting or typing on a computer, people tend to slouch their shoulders and crane their necks in order to look at the screen. For every degree that the neck is bent to look at a device’s screen roughly twelve pounds of additional pressure is put on the spine to support the head and neck. Findings in a recent study reported by Dr. Hansraj, a spine and orthopedic surgeon, showed that the spine is happiest when the ears line up on the same plane as the shoulders and when the shoulder blades are retracted. Without these adjustments there is added pressure to the spine, which it is not equipped to support, especially for extended amounts of time.
Whether or not the body is really equipped to handle the negative effects of technology, it is what the consumers want so it is what the industries will continue to give them. The best way for anyone to be prepared is to be informed of what this can do to one’s eyes, brain, and neck/back. That way protective measures can be taken for the consumers to have the best experience