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Can carrying your bag on the same shoulder affect your spine? Orthopaedician explains the risks and how to prevent spinal injuries

Hindustan Times - Health · 16 October 2026 at 7:17 am

Can carrying your bag on the same shoulder affect your spine? Orthopaedician explains the risks and how to prevent spinal injuries

Repeatedly carrying a bag on the same shoulder can cause the body to compensate by tilting and raising the shoulder, potentially leading to spine risks.

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Can carrying your bag on the same shoulder affect your spine? Orthopaedician explains the risks and how to prevent spinal injuries

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