The Effect of Backpack on Posture in school children

In recent time, increased attention is given towards postural problems in children due to carriage of heavy backpack. Young generation suffers from back pain much earlier than previous generations, and the use of overweight backpacks is a contributing factor. This book highlights actual deleterious changes in posture that children are facing due to carriage of backpacks. This book is helpful for physiotherapists, peadiatricians and professionals working in the field of public health.

Autorentext

Dr. Deepali N. Hande, a Ph.D Scholar, is an Associate Professor in Community Physiotherapy Department at College of Physiotherapy, PIMS, India. She is involved in various community extension activities. She has published several articles in reputed journals.She has keen interest in women's health, community physiotherapy and health promotion.