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Heavy bags = unhealthy spines

November 17, 2007
 Posted by Registered CommenterBrad in ,
An orthopedic and sports medicine specialist says choose carefully if you’ve got a big load to lug:
 
 
 I believe the magic number for normal- and small-framed people is around 15 pounds. Exceed that weight for long (on your shoulder) and you’re in for some real discomfort unless you have wheels or a real backpack with with a good suspension system. The story referenced above mentions college students who struggle with 20-pound laptop and messenger bags. Portable computers are indeed the chief offender these days; they always add 4-12 pounds. If you must travel with one you’ll be hard pressed to to keep your total carried weight much below 20 pounds. 
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