Effectiveness of the Bates method v/s Oculomotor exercises on visual acuity and eye fatigue in individuals with Digital eye strain: A Randomized clinical trial
Trial Snapshot
- Phase
- Phase 2
- Status
- Not yet recruiting
- Sponsor
- Enrollment
- 68
- Locations
- 1
- Primary Endpoint
- Patient satisfaction scale
Study Overview
Brief Summary
This randomized clinical trial investigates the effectiveness of the Bates method compared to oculomotor rehabilitation in improving visual acuity and reducing eye fatigue in individuals experiencing digital eye strain (DES). DES is a common condition among frequent digital device users, characterized by symptoms such as eye discomfort, blurred vision, dryness, and headaches, resulting from prolonged screen exposure. The study targets computer users aged 18 to 40 years, with a particular focus on young adults aged 18-25.The research methodology involves assigning participants to either the Bates method group or the oculomotor rehabilitation group. The Bates method, a vision improvement technique developed by William H. Bates, aims to reduce eye muscle strain through relaxation exercises. Oculomotor rehabilitation focuses on enhancing eye muscle coordination, focus flexibility, and reducing symptoms of eye strain through targeted exercises. Visual acuity measurements are conducted using standardized tools such as the Snellen chart and dynamic visual acuity tests, while eye fatigue levels are evaluated using validated questionnaires like the Computer Vision Syndrome Questionnaire (CVS-Q).
Study Design
- Study Type
- Interventional
- Allocation
- Randomized
- Masking
- Investigator Blinded
Eligibility Criteria
- Ages
- 18.00 Year(s) to 40.00 Year(s) (—)
- Sex
- All
Inclusion Criteria
- •Age group between 18-40years,People using Digital devices/viewing screen or with the screen time for 6 hours or more,CVS-Q score higher than or equal to 6 ,Willingness to participate.
Exclusion Criteria
- •History of Systemic ocular pathology (diabetes mellitus, hypertension), History of Strabismic anomaly(hypertropia, hypotropia), People undergoing any kind of vision therapy, History of Hypermetropia, Myopia, Cataract, Glaucoma, History of Neurological disorders(Myasthenia gravis, Stroke, TBI, Optic neuritis).
Outcomes
Primary Outcomes
Patient satisfaction scale
Time Frame: which will be assessed at baseline and after 3 weeks
Secondary Outcomes
- Eye risk level questionnaire(which will be assessed at baseline & after 3 weeks)
- Dynamic Visual Acuity(which will be assessed at baseline & after 3 weeks)
Investigators
Dr sushmita badiger
KLES Institute of Physiotherapy Belgaum