Released on = October 2, 2006, 7:39 am

Press Release Author = Community Chiropractic Center

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. Scranton helps students be more safe.


Press Release Body = Dr. Robert Scranton of Community Chiropractic Center 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. Scranton 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. Scranton, 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. Robert Scranton, D.C. has helped thousands of patients with back pain. He offers
a free consultation so that parents and children can see what chiropractic is all
about, without financial risk. Community Chiropractic Center is located at 2512 18th
Avenue, Rock Island, IL 61201 and can be reached at 309-786-3012.

Note to Editors: Dr. Robert Scranton, D.C. is available as an expert source on
chiropractic. Please call him at 309-786-3012.





Web Site = http://www.drscranton.com

Contact Details = Dr. Robert James Scranton, DC
2512 18th Avenue
Rock Island , 61201
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309-786-3012
scranton444@yahoo.com
http://www.drscranton.com