(HealthDay News)- Loaded backpacks can strain young backs and shoulders, causing pain and injury.
Prevent backpack injuries by lightening the load. Check your child's backpack each day, and remove any items that aren't needed. Also, make sure the child uses both straps, to distribute the load evenly.
Here are warning signs that your child's backpack may be too heavy, courtesy of the U.S. National Safety Council: