Computer Screen Properties Study
Study Details
Study Description
Brief Summary
The purpose of this study is to identify how various popular methods of changing computer screen settings affect dry eye symptoms (eye pain, grittiness, tearing, burning, etc.). Specifically, this study will examine if there are differences in effects of blue light blocking (F.lux app or night shift) versus reducing screen brightness on the symptoms of dry eye.
| Condition or Disease | Intervention/Treatment | Phase |
|---|---|---|
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N/A |
Detailed Description
After the initial survey, participants will be randomized by a randomization tool internal to Redcap to be in one of three arms of intervention: no intervention, screen brightness reduction to 50%, and tone modulator application. Instructions will be e-mailed to participants to explain the steps they must take depending on which treatment arm they are randomized to. Adherence will be monitored and assessed at the time of post-intervention survey. If participants have issues with the software of complying, they will be able to contact the research team at any point.
Study Design
Arms and Interventions
| Arm | Intervention/Treatment |
|---|---|
| Experimental: 50% brightness group Participants will be using a computer screen reducing screen brightness 50%. |
Other: Brightness
Changing the colors or brightness on the device (computer screen) for one month
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| Experimental: Light App group Participants in this group will use a modulating computer screen tone with flux or night shift app. |
Other: Brightness
Changing the colors or brightness on the device (computer screen) for one month
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| No Intervention: Control group Participants in this group will be a control with no change in screen features |
Outcome Measures
Primary Outcome Measures
- The frequency of dry eye symptoms [Day 1]
Participants will complete a pre-intervention survey to measure the frequency of dry eye symptoms.
- The frequency of dry eye symptoms [Day 30]
Participants will complete a post-intervention survey to measure the frequency of dry eye symptoms.
- The severity of dry eye symptoms [Day 1]
Participants will complete a pre-intervention survey to measure the severity of dry eye symptoms.
- The severity of dry eye symptoms [Day 30]
Participants will complete a post-intervention survey to measure the severity of dry eye symptoms.
Eligibility Criteria
Criteria
Inclusion Criteria:
- Adult person (18+) with intact vision who uses computers
Exclusion Criteria:
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Children (<18 years)
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Adult person without intact vision
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Adult who does not use computer screens
Contacts and Locations
Locations
| Site | City | State | Country | Postal Code | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NYU Langone Health | New York | New York | United States | 10016 |
Sponsors and Collaborators
- NYU Langone Health
Investigators
- Principal Investigator: Leela Raju, MD, NYU Langone Health
Study Documents (Full-Text)
None provided.More Information
Publications
None provided.- 21-00472