TFT monitor versus headaches - GoFuckYourself.com

Libertine · 03-16-2003, 12:56 PM

Working behind the computer a bit much has caused me to get extremely annoying headaches almost every day, and I was wondering about what to do against it.
Would getting a TFT instead of a CRT help? I've stayed away from TFTs until now because I don't really like the way they look, but this crap has to end.

Thanks!

natas · 03-16-2003, 01:03 PM

are you sitting to close to your monitor dude?

I got a 19" and a 17", do at least 12 hours a day and never get headaches.

But I do eat 3 packs of nurofen a day

B40 · 03-16-2003, 01:04 PM

You don't like the looks of TFTs vs. CRTs???

Libertine · 03-16-2003, 01:06 PM

I'm not really sitting very close to my monitor, maybe still too close though. Have a big jar of ibuprofen next to my computer which is getting empty way too quickly

Kat - Fast · 03-16-2003, 01:07 PM

Your monitor should be beyond arms reach - 4 foot minimum

Libertine · 03-16-2003, 01:07 PM

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Originally posted by B40
You don't like the looks of TFTs vs. CRTs???

Everything looks a bit too pixelated on them in my opinion. CRTs give a smoother image.

Lane · 03-16-2003, 01:07 PM

my headache's were over after getting a regular crt monitor that supports 85+ Hz. refresh rate...

i think slow refresh rate is the number one reason for monitor headaches..

also, dont sit in front of the pc when the room is dark.. that also stresses the eyes

Muff · 03-16-2003, 01:08 PM

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Originally posted by punkworld
I'm not really sitting very close to my monitor, maybe still too close though. Have a big jar of ibuprofen next to my computer which is getting empty way too quickly

There's your problem. You need better pills. Try some Codein or Vallium. Those headches will disapear in no time.

austinth · 03-16-2003, 01:09 PM

I've got a 17" and 15" TFT and don't have any problems whatsoever anymore. My old CRT used to give me slight headaches. I've found that I really prefer natural room light and even working in the dark is fine as long as the brighness is turned down.

delia · 03-16-2003, 01:10 PM

All you actually have to do is get away from the computer more often and you should also have an eye exam. And forget about nurofen or ibuprofen. You can become addictive and than get the headaches because of them.

B40 · 03-16-2003, 01:11 PM

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Originally posted by punkworld

Everything looks a bit too pixelated on them in my opinion. CRTs give a smoother image.

Oh ok, thought you meant the physical look.

Libertine · 03-16-2003, 01:17 PM

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Originally posted by delia
All you actually have to do is get away from the computer more often and you should also have an eye exam. And forget about nurofen or ibuprofen. You can become addictive and than get the headaches because of them.

Unfortunately, getting away from the computer more often is mnot really an option... I have 20/20 vision though.
And, without the ibuprofen I probably would've jumped out of the window or something already

AdultNex · 03-16-2003, 02:03 PM

What monitor are you using?

TFT monitors are supposed to be better than CRT monitors. Maybe since TFT monitors are brighter, it's causing headaches for you.

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Libertine sex dwarf Join Date: May 2002 Posts: 17,860	I'm not really sitting very close to my monitor, maybe still too close though. Have a big jar of ibuprofen next to my computer which is getting empty way too quickly __________________ /(bb\|[^b]{2})/

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Lane Will code for food... Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: Buckeye, AZ Posts: 8,496	my headache's were over after getting a regular crt monitor that supports 85+ Hz. refresh rate... i think slow refresh rate is the number one reason for monitor headaches.. also, dont sit in front of the pc when the room is dark.. that also stresses the eyes __________________

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austinth Confirmed User Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Fantasy Island Posts: 1,770	I've got a 17" and 15" TFT and don't have any problems whatsoever anymore. My old CRT used to give me slight headaches. I've found that I really prefer natural room light and even working in the dark is fine as long as the brighness is turned down. __________________ Get A $25 Circuit City GIFT Card - *FREE*!

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natas Confirmed User Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: : unknown Posts: 3,377	are you sitting to close to your monitor dude? I got a 19" and a 17", do at least 12 hours a day and never get headaches. But I do eat 3 packs of nurofen a day

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Kat - Fast Confirmed User Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: The bushes behind your house Posts: 2,303	Your monitor should be beyond arms reach - 4 foot minimum

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delia Confirmed User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Europe Posts: 381	All you actually have to do is get away from the computer more often and you should also have an eye exam. And forget about nurofen or ibuprofen. You can become addictive and than get the headaches because of them. __________________ ProAdult My number one AVS

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AdultNex Confirmed User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Bostonnnn Posts: 8,985	What monitor are you using? TFT monitors are supposed to be better than CRT monitors. Maybe since TFT monitors are brighter, it's causing headaches for you.