It's no coincidence that massage classes are suddenly in vogue. 15-year old Lane Morgan carries her bookbag between classes at Savannah Country Day School. To remedy the problem, some schools provide two sets of books, one for home and one for school, so students aren't forced to carry a heavy load to and from the house every day. History teacher Dr. Byron Boyd of Savannah Country Day School has opted to use two paperback volumes instead of one huge hardbound book for his classes this year. However, not all teachers are as aware.
Medical experts recommend using a locker instead of lugging a full bag to every class.
Also, they should carry the bags with the weight equally distributed on both shoulders instead of just one. Constant back stress in youth can lead to permanent injuries and chronic pain later in life, and it's not impossible for students and teachers to combine efforts to prevent serious bone damage.