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Many consumers thought it was just the added cost of bringing luggage with you on a plane that had them a little sick but your luggage and how you pack it can also be the cause of some serious medical conditions.

During the holiday rush, it can be all too easy to forgo our health and safety over the priority of getting the perfect gift or making it to grandma’s house on time. We drive to fast, eat too much, and care too little about our own bodies. Luggage may be an underrated avenue you should pay more attention to while traveling for the holiday season.

For instance, last year over 50,000 people were seen in emergency rooms or doctor’s offices due to serious strains and tears of muscles resulting from luggage that wasn’t packed or carried properly. It can be extra dangerous during the holidays, when families are loading up on presents and special things they need to take along. However, not paying attention to the load you are carrying can do some serious harm to your back, arms, and legs – leaving you in some serious pain, some big medical bills, and the huge inconvenience of being on bed rest during the holidays.

Experts recommend that you pay close attention to how you are packing. Stick with several smaller bags than one large suitcase. You will find more balance by carrying a couple of bags in both hands rather than one large bag thrown over your shoulder. Make sure you carry uour bags close to your body.

Those who are flying with luggage as a carry-on in hopes of avoiding the rising airline luggage fees, need to be sure they place their baggage in the overhead compartment carefully and not just throw it up on the shelf and slam the door. Use both hands to live the bag and store it in a stable position amongst the other bags.

Remember to ask for help if you can not manage the bags on your own. The airport likely has curb-side porters ready to take your bags right from your car.

Your health during the holidays should be a priority. Recognizing that even little things like luggage can hurt in the long-run can keep you safer and healthier. Consumers are reminded too that an ounce of prevention can keep away pricey trips to the emergency room and doctor’s offices, especially when you are out of town visiting and you get injured.



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