Preschooler’s backpack should be less than 700 grams, worn 6 inches above waist: Spine endoscopist reveals risk of carrying heavy school bags

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 ...
KWQC

Backpacks, screens and spines: back-to-school tips for kids’ posture

BETTENDORF, Iowa (KWQC) -As the school year kicks off, kids are diving back into routines filled with homework, screen time, and long hours at their desks. But while parents and teachers focus on ...
Sioux City Journal

Heavy backpacks risk poor posture

As a child, my parents were constantly after me saying, "Sit up straight," "don't slump in the chair," and "walk tall!" The message was the same as I got older and taller, but it took on a whole ...
New York Post

As kids prepare to head back to school, doctors reveal heavy backpacks have to go

When it comes to your child’s backpack for school this year, experts are saying, “Lighten the load!” Health experts told Fox News Digital that it is important parents be sure they’re not sending their ...
Daily Herald

BYU: 5 ways to reduce back-to-school backpack pain

From elementary school and into college, millions of students across the country ascribe their aching backs to the heavy loads they carry to class each day. With no simple replacement for the ...
ABC7

Here's how to prevent back, neck strain as your child returns to school

LOS ANGELES (KABC) -- Schoolwork might give your child plenty of headaches this year, but it shouldn't cause them back pain. Here are some ergonomics tips for kids using computers and toting backpacks ...