​Is 3D Viewing Good For Eyes?

Children get delighted when they come to know that they are going to watch 3D movies. It is not just children; even adults get happy on watching 3D movies. Movies like Avatar have broken box office records paving way for 3D gaming, 3D sets and networks on the rise. Everyone has a question whether 3D viewing is good for our eyes or not. Let us see about it.

3D View

One may see a cautionary note on 3D gaming in TV that children and teenagers are susceptible to health issues while viewing 3D. According to American Academy of ophthalmology currently there are no conclusive studies that prove 3D viewing on the long-term may damage the eyes. Even though there is no evidence some people experience discomfort watching 3D. In 3D images are seen in front or beyond the screen this can cause eye strain and headache. If you sit at a distance from the screen we can alleviate this problem. Person with visual motion hypersensitivity experience dizziness from 3D viewing. Those with strabismus might also have difficulty. Those who do not have Binocular vision can't see 3D images.

3D viewing can be taken as a test for Binocular vision problems in children. Children who have this problem might feel discomfort while watching 3D.

There are some educational benefits by watching 3D. Children can understand concepts clearly with the help of 3D imaging and 3D videos. If your child has difficulty in watching 3D, be sure to make an appointment with your doctor.