Heavy school bags leading to cervical pain in children and restricting height: Expert
PTC Web Desk: The increasing weight of school bags is becoming a serious health concern for children, as highlighted by Dr Kushal Tiwari, a renowned physiotherapist. According to Dr Tiwari, the excessive burden of these bags is leading to a significant rise in cervical pain among students, with many also experiencing changes in their spinal alignment. This issue, he explains, stems from children carrying heavy bags over long distances, which gradually causes their backs to bend unnaturally.
Dr Kushal Tiwari has observed a troubling trend in his practice, with more children reporting cervical pain. He attributes this largely to the weight of their school bags, which they carry daily. The strain from these bags not only affects their spines but also poses a risk to their overall growth. The continuous forward-leaning posture induced by heavy bags can lead to long-term health issues, including spinal deformities and chronic pain.
To mitigate these risks, Dr Tiwari advises that children should only carry the essential books and notebooks required for the day’s classes. He emphasises the importance of parents playing an active role in monitoring the weight of their children’s bags. By ensuring that students are not overburdened, parents can help prevent the onset of serious conditions like cervical pain and support healthy growth.
Dr Tiwari also stresses that awareness is key. Children may not fully understand the implications of carrying heavy loads, so it falls upon parents and educators to ensure that students are not subjected to unnecessary strain. By reducing the weight of school bags, we can protect children from developing painful and potentially debilitating conditions.
- PTC NEWS
