CVS-Q — Computer Vision Syndrome Questionnaire
A validated screen for computer vision syndrome — the cluster of ocular and visual symptoms that arise from sustained screen work.
What is CVS-Q?
The CVS-Q is a 16-item validated questionnaire that scores each visual symptom (eye strain, dryness, blurred vision, headache and more) by frequency and intensity. Screen-intensive work produces a distinct symptom pattern that posture methods miss entirely; the CVS-Q gives the desk assessment its visual-health dimension alongside ROSA and RULA.
When to use CVS-Q
Use the CVS-Q for any screen-intensive role — office, hybrid, contact-center, design and analysis work — particularly where workers report eye strain, dryness or headaches that a postural review alone does not explain.
Primary citation: Seguí, M.M. et al. (2015). A reliable and valid questionnaire was developed to measure computer vision syndrome at the workplace. Journal of Clinical Epidemiology, 68(6), 662–673.
What CVS-Q assesses
The body segments and task variables evaluated in a CVS-Q assessment.
What it assesses
- Ocular symptoms — strain, dryness, irritation, redness
- Visual symptoms — blur, double vision, difficulty focusing
- Associated symptoms — headache and light sensitivity
- Each rated by frequency and intensity
Scoring and action levels
Final score range: 0–32 (score ≥ 6 = symptomatic)
Developed by: Seguí et al., 2015
How Ergocure.ai applies CVS-Q
The CVS-Q runs camera-free: the worker rates 16 visual symptoms by frequency and intensity. Ergocure computes the validated CVS-Q score automatically and flags whether the worker is symptomatic, then a certified ergonomist reviews and signs off before the worker sees the result.
Captured on any phone, scored for CVS-Q, and validated by a certified ergonomist — face-blurred on-device.
CVS-Q — frequently asked questions
What is CVS-Q (Computer Vision Syndrome Questionnaire)?
A validated screen for computer vision syndrome — the cluster of ocular and visual symptoms that arise from sustained screen work.
What is a good CVS-Q score?
0–32 (score ≥ 6 = symptomatic). A score of < 6 is none — no clinically relevant cvs — while ≥ 20 is severe and means refer for vision assessment.
When should you use CVS-Q?
Use the CVS-Q for any screen-intensive role — office, hybrid, contact-center, design and analysis work — particularly where workers report eye strain, dryness or headaches that a postural review alone does not explain.
How does Ergocure score CVS-Q?
The CVS-Q runs camera-free: the worker rates 16 visual symptoms by frequency and intensity. Ergocure computes the validated CVS-Q score automatically and flags whether the worker is symptomatic, then a certified ergonomist reviews and signs off before the worker sees the result.
Who developed CVS-Q?
CVS-Q was developed by Seguí et al., 2015. Seguí, M.M. et al. (2015). A reliable and valid questionnaire was developed to measure computer vision syndrome at the workplace. Journal of Clinical Epidemiology, 68(6), 662–673.
Related assessment methods
Methods commonly used alongside CVS-Q in a complete ergonomic assessment.
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