DULUTH, Minn. – For some kids, back to school can mean back pain. Often, the reason is as plain as the pack on their backs. "It's unusual to have a child under the age of 12, a preadolescent, to have ...
If you have ever watched a kid walk into the house after school, bent over like a little question mark under the weight of a ...
Backpacks are a perfect way to carry school supplies, but if they are worn incorrectly or stuffed to the brim, they can lead to discomfort and soreness for some students. And all the things students ...
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WBAY) - With back-to-school season here your kids may want a trendy new backpack, but UW Health officials say the fit is more important than the style. Dr. Lindsey Boyke says the ...
CAMP HILL, Pa. — Get those books, pens and pencils ready. It's almost time to head back to school—just be sure not to overload that backpack. “Children that have backpacks that are too heavy can ...
Children are back at school with fresh school supplies, a new set of books, and likely a larger load in their backpack. But orthopedic surgeons are saying ill-fitting backpacks can put children at ...