Dr. David Siambanes joined Tampa Bay’s Morning Blend on August 22 to talk about how overloaded backpacks can contribute to chronic back pain in kids, and how it’s more common than many parents realize.
In the segment, he shares insights from his large-scale study of nearly 3,500 students, which found that backpack weight and even how a backpack is worn can impact a child’s risk of developing back pain.
Watch Dr. David Siambanes on Tampa Bay’s Morning Blend
Click below to watch the interview and learn what parents can do to help protect their child’s spine this school year.
About Dr. David Siambanes
Dr. Siambanes is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon and nationally recognized expert in pediatric spine conditions, including scoliosis and spine development disorders. He has spent decades advancing research in spinal biomechanics, advocating for backpack safety, and helping children live pain-free, active lives.
He provides personalized care for children, teens, and young adults with spinal curvature disorders, offering both surgical and non-surgical options tailored to each individual’s needs.
