Obese Children at Risk for Spinal Disorders - New Study Shows Extra Weight is Associated with Back Pain in Kids

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Obese Children at Risk for Spinal Disorders - New Study Shows Extra Weight is Associated with Back Pain in Kids

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A new study suggests that obese children are at risk for developing lumbar spine (low back) disorders. The study found that children with high body mass indexes tend are more likely to have spinal disorders than those who are a healthy weight.

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Tags: Obesity, Pain, Back Pain, Disease and Condition, Children's Health

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