Frequent use of mobile phones and laptops with poor posture could raise the risk of dementia, warns Dr. Solomon Abrahams, a physiotherapist and lecturer at Imperial College and University College London. According to Abrahams, the forward-leaning posture people often adopt while using devices may restrict blood flow to the brain, leading to cognitive decline.
Research shows that passive activities like watching TV increase dementia risk, but more cognitively engaging activities, like computer use, may lower it. However, Abrahams stresses that posture is critical, as it can affect blood flow and neurological health.
He advises users to hold devices at eye level, maintaining a natural neck alignment, and to adjust workspaces to support healthy posture. With an aging population and rising dementia rates, Abrahams suggests that improving daily posture habits could reduce future Alzheimer’s risk.
