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Numbness

Numbness is reduced or lost feeling in a body part and may suggest nerve pressure or irritation.

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Signs that a child’s backpack is too heavy

Signs that a child’s backpack is too heavy

Why backpack weight matters Children’s bones, joints, muscles, and connective tissues are still developing. A backpack that is too heavy can increase mechanical demand on the spine, shoulders, neck, hips, and lower limbs. The issue is not only the absolute weight of the bag. Load distribution, backpack design, strap adjustment, the child’s strength and body […]