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When Is a Backpack Too Heavy?

June 9, 2017

Learn more about when backpacks are too heavy and how you can deal with back pain from backpack use.Read More

Medically Reviewed by Primary Care

Categorized as: Family Health, Pediatrics

Tagged with: back pain, back to school, backpacks, balance, posture, school safety
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