Relationship between Backpack Weight and Prevalence of Lordosis, Kyphosis, Scoliosis and Dropped Shoulders in Elementary Students

Background Carrying heavy backpacks by school students at growth age can cause irreversible physical harms. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between backpack weight and the incidence of lordosis, kyphosis, scoliosis, and dropped shoulders in elementary school students. Materials and...

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Main Authors: Yadollah Zakeri, Shahram Baraz, Mahin Gheibizadeh, Vahid Saidkhani
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Mashhad University of Medical Sciences 2016-06-01
Series:International Journal of Pediatrics
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Online Access:http://ijp.mums.ac.ir/article_6846_89285f5d06e4380e6ff8c0efba1fd513.pdf