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Selecting the right backpack
Minimize the risk of injury with these tips on backpack safety
It’s back to school time again. Every year parents ask me about backpacks. There are so many styles and options it can difficult to chose the right one for your child.
An ill-fitting pack can lead to poor posture and back pain. We normally do not think of children suffering from aches and pains, so when your child hurts like an adult it is alarming. If nothing is done, these problems can become long term.
Studies are now reporting the incidence of back pain in early adolescence is approaching rates that are seen in adults. It is the cause for over 6,500 children visits the emergency room. Of children who reported back pain, 34% limited their activity due to the pain, 14% use medication for pain relief, and 82% believed their backpacks either caused or worsened their pain.
Keys for preschool: The pack should be light and easy to handle. Usually children in this group only carry a few things like a snack, clothes and a favorite toy or stuffed animal. Think of what your child actually needs everyday, this way they are not overloaded with too many items.
Keys for elementary school: In this age group they are starting to carry small books and loose papers, along with lunch and perhaps after school items. Ideally, you want something with pockets and dividers, and a separate section for smaller items….and washable!
Keys for junior high and high school: Now is the time for asturdy pack! This is when kids start to carry heavy books. For this group, it is most important to follow the guidelines below.
When choosing a backpack, look for:
Nice wide padded shoulder straps and a padded back
Lumbar support
A waist belt
Multiple compartments
Lightweight
How to load your backpack:
Loaded backpacks should weigh no more than 10%-15% of the child’s body weight
Distribute the weight properly; load heavier items closest to the back
How to wear your backpack:
Wear both shoulder straps. Wearing only one strap makes you twist your back and causes abnormal shoulder height.
Tighten straps until snug, but not tight
Use the stabilizing waist strap
Take the backpack off when standing for a long time
Take only what is necessary and avoid packing it with extras they don’t need.Remember, you can do everything else perfectly, but if their pack is 50% of their body weight it’s still going to be a problem.
Rolling packs are also a great option, just make sure the handle is long enough that your child isn’t bent backwards or stooping when walking with the pack.
Questions? Just ask! You are always welcome to stop in the office if you would like help adjusting a backpack to fit your child.
Thank you for reading. If you have questions or a topic you would like to me to address, just ask!Sue Bradshaw D.C.
Lone Star Chiropractic
