Poor posture due to smartphone use leads to ‘horn bone’ growth in skull: Study

The video discusses a study from the University of the Sunshine Coast, which found that smartphone use can lead to the development of horn-like bone spurs at the back of the skull. These spurs, known as anthesifieds, are abnormal bony projections that form due to long-term pressure on the skull. The study sampled over 1200 people aged 18 to 30, revealing that 41% had developed these spurs. Further tests confirmed that the spurs were not due to genetic factors or inflammation. Typically seen in older individuals with poor posture, these spurs are a response to stress, caused by the forward head posture during extended smartphone use.

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