Hazard Caused By Handbags

Posted on February 19, 2008 in Latest News

Big handbags are in vogue. They are key fashion accessories for working women. Working women fill their handbags from anything to everything (items such as computers and diapers) because they want to get their tasks done in the shortest amount of time. But health experts warn that big handbags have become health concern for women.

Now-a-days designers have combined briefcase with handbag. So, the handbags are more bigger and heavier. Moreover the straps are made longer, too. This is adding extra weight to the handbags. So, women are complaining of various health issues, which are listed below.

Health Hazards Caused Due To Handbags

Many business women carry big handbags that weigh between 7 to 12 pounds. Handbags with such huge weight are hazardous for them. If carried on the same side of the body handbags can cause muscle imbalance. Women are also at risk of head, neck and shoulder pain.

Upper back problems are also a threat for women who carry big handbags. And, while working at computer or playing sports, the upper back problems get aggravated.

Tips For Carrying Handbags

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