Effect of Iris Mini Software over Asthenopia and Sleep cycle

Abstract

Objective: The objective of this study was to evaluate the effect of Iris Mini Software on asthenopic symptoms and Sleep cycle in screen users.

Methodology: A longitudinal study was conducted from September 2021 to May 2022 at The University of Faisalabad, involving 30 emmetropic individuals aged between 18 to 30 years and this sample was taken by non-probability convenient sampling technique. All participants had screen time of 5-6 h, with a history of asthenopia and disturbed sleep cycle, excluding those with ocular pathologies, refractive errors, associated problems like migraine, insomnia were excluded. The study assessed asthenopia and sleep cycle before and after introducing them to Iris Mini software in their devices, followed by a month's follow up with an interval of one week by using self-designed questionnaire.

Results: Iris mini software significantly improved asthenopia over the time period of one month significantly (P < 0.001) in screen users and also improvement in their sleep duration (P < 0.0001). The device was also effective in reducing symptoms of eye strain caused by long exposure of screen and enhancing sleep quality by reducing blue light exposure, which positively influenced melatonin production

Conclusion: The use of iris mini software illustrates a positive impact on relieving the asthenopic symptoms and improving sleep duration. This research suggests that, it can be an effective solution for the mitigation of poor sleep quality and ocular discomfort.

Key words: Asthenopia, Blue light, Melatonin, Sleep-wake cycle