Backpack Safety

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Monday, August 21st, 2017
7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

Today's kids are carrying more weight in their backpacks than has been seen previously. Bigger and more textbooks with increased homework loads means that during a child's most important growth period, they are struggling under heavy loads that oftentimes approaches their own body weight.

In this free event, Dr. Amber Kenmuir, D.C. will be discussing what to look for in a good backpack, how they should be worn, and the weight recommendations according to each child. She will also discuss tricks and tips to help lighten a child's load so kids can grow properly, and reduce the potential for future pains and injuries due to overweight bags.