Schools Bells Are Ringing- Watch Your Kids' Backs !

Summer is winding down. The school year is looming. Kids and parents are gearing up,stuffing those familiar backpacks with heavy books and other supplies. One thing to remember- and it is too often overlooked- is that heavy books and improperly worn backpacks can put kids at risk for back and shoulder injury. The American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) recommends that children carry no more than 15% of their body weight on their backs. Heed that advice, and get the school year off to a safe start!