Released on = September 12, 2006, 11:43 am

Press Release Author = Strauman Holistic Chiropractic

Industry = Healthcare

Press Release Summary = Learn backpack safety tips for the upcoming school year.
Most children do not carry backpacks that meet

suggested requirements for safety.

Press Release Body = Dr. Charles Strauman of Strauman Holistic Chiropractic in
Minneapolis, MN 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. Strauman 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. Strauman, 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. Charles Strauman, D.C. has helped about 10,000 patients in Minneapolis, MN with
back pain. He offers a free consultation so that patients and children can see what
chiropractic is all about, without financial risk. Strauman Holistic Chiropractic is
located at 2900 Thomas Avenue South, suite 330, Minneapolis, MN 55416 and can be
reached at 612-928-7894.

Note to Editors: Dr. Charles Strauman, D.C. is available as an expert source on
chiropractic. Please call him at 612-928-7894.









Web Site = http://www.holistic-health-care.com

Contact Details = Dr. Charles Strauman, DC
2900 Thomas Ave. South, suite 330
Minneapolis , 55416
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612-928-7894
strauman444@yahoo.com
http://www.holistic-health-care.com