In the new study, it is suggested that Britain's teenagers are more  particular with stuffs such as money and their friends rather than the state of their health.

It is also stated that according to reseach that was carried out by the British Chiropractic Association (BCA), some 22% of girls admitted that they do not have exercise programs during outside of school hours.

Also, research reveals that for an additional hour a week n top of activities they engage in at school, only 20% of boys exercise.

Chiropractor Tim Hutchful, of the BCA, said: "Today's teens have become so engulfed in their social lives and with their appearance that the most important thing which is their personal health seems to have slipped off their agenda.

"Many teenagers are ignoring aches and pains which could lead to back and joint problems in later life."

47% of teenagers do not go and get medical advice when they are in pain or feel unwell and that more than 60% have already experienced some type of backache, as shown in the studies.

The research found that the main cause of back pain among teenagers in the UK is awkward position when sleeping (81%), followed by carrying heavy bags (76%), and sitting for long periods of time in the same position (59%).