It's that time of year! School is about to begin and backpacks are being purchased. The attached image has some great guidelines for purchasing backpacks.
Did you know that backpacks are a major contributor to back pain in kids? I see a variety of young people in my practice who have spine pain, at least partially stemming from their backpacks.
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-Dr. Jeff Langmaid is a chiropractic physician with Florida Orthopaedic Institute in Brandon, FL. He believes in supporting a naturally healthy, active, and pain-free lifestyle for Tampa Bay. Learn more at DrJeffLangmaid.com or join our online health community on Facebook. 813-558-6850