THE IMPACT OF EXCESSIVE SCHOOL BACKPACK WEIGHT ON MUSCULOSKELETAL HEALTH AND ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE IN FIFTH-GRADE STUDENTS.
Keywords:
Keywords: Backpack weight, musculoskeletal health, elementary students, ergonomic interventions, academic performance.Abstract
Abstract: This study examines the correlation between school backpack weight
and musculoskeletal health among fifth-grade students at School No. 312 in Tashkent.
By measuring backpack weight, anthropometric data, and self-reported discomfort
levels, the study identifies a significant prevalence of excessive loads exceeding
recommended limits. The findings indicate that heavier backpacks contribute to back
pain, postural deviations, and fatigue, potentially affecting students' academic
performance. The study advocates for interventions such as ergonomic backpack
design, lighter textbooks, and school-based strategies to reduce health risks.
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