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My son bends close to the tv a lot its just comfortable to him but now his back hurts when he does. normal?

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Dr. Cindy Juster answered

No: If he's having back pain, that's not normal. It's also not a good idea to let him sit close to the TV. Have his Dr. check him out to be sure, and keep him sitting straight with good back support at least 6 feet from the TV.

Answered 1/3/2015

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A member asked:

My son bends close to the tv a lot its just comfortable to him but now his back hurts when he does. normal?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Cindy Juster answered

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