Backpack Safety Tips For The School Year From Parker CO Chiropractor Dr Tony Paolucci
Released on = September 19, 2006, 7:48 am
Press Release Author = Parker Pain Relief Clinic
Industry = Healthcare
Press Release Summary = Learn backpack safety tips for the upcoming school year. Since most children do not carry backpacks that
meet suggested requirements for safety, Dr. Paolucci helps students be more safe.
Press Release Body = Dr. Tony Paolucci of Parker Pain Relief Clinic in Parker, CO wants you to know that your child\'s backpack might be causing harm! The potential dangers of heavy backpacks used by children are greater than most parents realize.
According to national guidelines, students should carry backpacks that weigh 10-15% of their body weight. Yet did you know that 55% of students are carrying backpacks that weigh more than the recommended weight? (Simmons College, April, 2001)
Dr. Paolucci said, \"Carrying over this amount can cause permanent damage to a child\'s back and spine. As a chiropractor, I am seeing more and more children complaining about back pain and it is often because of the weight they\'re carrying on their backs to and from school every day. This can have a negative impact on a child\'s growth and back development.\"
A survey conducted by AIRPACKS in 2000 revealed that 66% of school nurses reported seeing students with pain or injury caused by backpacks.
According to Dr. Paolucci, there are some proven tips for what parents can do to avoid backpack aches and pains. Some of these tips are: wear backpack straps on both shoulders and not just one, put heavier books closest to the back so that it reduces awkward strain, teach your child to bend at the knees while lifting backpacks, and try to reduce the load and only carry what is necessary each day.
Dr. Tony Paolucci, D.C. has helped 7,000 patients with back pain. He offers a free consultation so that parents and children can see what chiropractic is all about, without financial risk. Parker Pain Relief Clinic is located at 18901 East Main Street, #C, Parker, CO 80134 and can be reached at 720-851-0600.
Note to Editors: Dr. Tony Paolucci, D.C. is available as an expert source on chiropractic. Please call him at 720-851-0600.
Web Site = http://www.parkerpainrelief.com
Contact Details = Dr. Tony Paolucci, DC 18901 E. Main St, #C Parker , 80134 $$country
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