Released on: September 27, 2007, 11:27 am

Press Release Author: Dr. William Booker

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. Booker helps students be more safe.


Press Release Body: Dr. William Booker of Capitol Rehab 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. Booker 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. Booker, 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. William Booker, 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. Capitol Rehab is located at 801 North Quincy Street,
#130, Arlington, VA 22203 and can be reached at 703-527-5492.


Web Site: http://www.CapitolRehab.com

Contact Details: Dr. William Booker
Capitol Rehab
801 N. Quincy St., #130
Arlington, VA 22203
703-527-5492