by Joel Harrison
25. December 2011 09:39
The number of people who need vision correction (contact lenses or eyeglasses) has been rising in recent years, but most experts agree that it has nothing to do with the development of 3D technology, which can be found not only at cinemas, but also in many homes.
According to Dr Lothaire Bluth, who works for the Southwestern Eye Center, the recent significant rise in the number of myopia sufferers is partially associated with the effects that digital screens (laptops, smart phones, TV sets, portable game consoles) have on our eyes.
Recently, the American Optometric Association published a report revealing that as many as 30% of parents are worried about the impact of modern technology on their kids’ vision. Dr Bluth believes, however, that 3D games and films do not pose much risk, which was claimed by a number of people when Nintendo launched its 3DS console.
In Dr Bluth’s opinion, 3D images may be even less harmful than conventional ones, as they require focusing the eyes independently.
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Tags: vision correction, contact lenses, eyeglasses, experts, 3D technology, Dr Lothaire Bluth, Southwestern Eye Center, myopia, digital screens, American Optometric Association, Nintendo
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