Originally Posted by
KLouis
If you regularly have these two 17+ pounts heavy carry-ons with you, I'd try to book an appointment for a consultation with an orthopaedic surgeon soon, so that you know what to expect in the not so distant future.
I suspect if the thought of regularly having 17+ pound bags with you makes you think of an orthopedic consultation then you're already have quite the medical history.
That's the equivalent of a six pack of large water battles. Something people grab from the store on a weekly basis - at least if they shop themselves that is.