Did you know according to a study by the US Consumer Product Safety Commission, 75% of children in the age range of 8 to 12 years were complaining of back pain, which was connected to the weight they were carrying in their backpacks for school.
Symptoms experienced from having an inappropriate back pack / wearing a back pack incorrectly:
- Headaches at the base of the skull
- Neck pain or pain between their shoulder blades
- Red marks on your child’s shoulders
- Shoulders rolled forward
- Bending at the waist to support the weight of your child’s back pack
- Numbness in your child’s arms or hands
Long-term effects of carrying a heavy backpack:
- Strained neck and shoulder leading to headaches
- Injury to the spine
- Reduced breathing capacity due to poor posture
- Back pain
- Muscle spasms
The good news is Chiropractic care has been proven to be effective in restoring the correct function and relieving pain symptoms associated with carrying a heavy backpack.
DID YOU KNOW…
All children 12 years old and under receive a complimentary initial consultation and examination.
Give us a call on 08 9474 1955 to make an appointment.
References:
http://www.hobartchiropractic.com.au/announcements/school-bags
https://chiropractors.asn.au/resources/health-education/back-pack-tips
http://symmetryhealthchiropractic.com/alarming-statistics-about-back-pain-children-how-help/
https://www.epainassist.com/back-pain/back-pain-due-to-backpack
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