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Backpack Buying Guide! by Dr. Jeff Langmaid Brandon, FL Chiropractor

It's that time of year! School is about to begin and backpacks are being purchased.  The attached image has some great guidelines for purchasing backpacks.

Did you know that backpacks are a major contributor to back pain in kids?  I see a variety of young people in my practice who have spine pain, at least partially stemming from their backpacks.

Please share this on Facebook, Twitter, etc and lets spread the word about "Backpacks Without Back Pain".

 -Dr. Jeff Langmaid is a chiropractic physician with Florida Orthopaedic Institute in Brandon, FL.  He believes in supporting a naturally healthy, active, and pain-free lifestyle for Tampa Bay.  Learn more at DrJeffLangmaid.com or join our online health community on Facebook.  813-558-6850

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