Can Your Purse or Handbag Be Too Heavy?

Many of my female patients will ask me if I think that their purse or handbag is the cause of their neck pain or lower back pain. In many cases, it is not the primary cause, but the type of bag and the weight of the bag can be a contributing factor to discomfort in the spine. Recently, Oprah's magazine interviewed a New York City based chiropractor to ask her opinion on handbags. Some of her answers in the article will intrigue you. So, if you're in the market for a new purse or your current purse is causing you discomfort, you may want to read this!