The Healthiest Way to Wear a Backpack
Wearing a backpack or over the shoulder bag or purse can cause back pain, neck pain, and shoulder pain over time. If your bag is particularly heavy, it can eventually cause chronic pain and stiffness, and even permanently affect your posture.
At Family Chiropractic Center, we believe the best way to prevent future problems and protect your back in Coral Springs, FL is by taking a proactive approach to overall wellness. Knowing the healthiest way to wear and use a backpack can prevent future problems with back pain and poor posture.
Weight of Your Backpack
The weight of any backpack used for daily activities like school or work should be no more than 10% of your body weight. The weight should be measured when the backpack is full. If your backpack weighs more than this, it will pull your shoulders and neck back, and put more strain on your core muscles in order to maintain proper posture. Over time, this will lead to neck, back, and shoulder strain.
How to Properly Wear and Adjust the Backpack
Every time you wear your backpack, you should ensure that the pack is fitted and adjusted properly.
- Always use both straps when wearing your backpack
- Adjust the shoulder straps so that the backpack rests on your upper back
- The backpack should not extend past your waist and should rest an inch or two above your hips
- The backpack should not be so loose that it moves from side to side as you walk
What to Look for When Purchasing a Backpack
When buying a backpack for yourself or your child, there are a few things to take into consideration in order to ensure the backpack is a good fit:
- Width of the backpack – should be no wider than your torso.
- Size of the straps – the straps should be padded and adjustable. Thicker straps may be more comfortable for a heavier backpack.
- Length of the backpack – the top of the backpack should be at the base of the neck, and the bottom should not extend lower than the waist.
Visit Us for a Chiropractic Adjustment in Coral Springs, FL
At Family Chiropractic Center, our mission is to provide you with the best health care in South Florida. Our services include chiropractic adjustments of the spine and of the extremities (shoulders, elbows, wrists, hands, hips, knees, ankles, and feet), physiotherapy, nutritional counseling, massage therapy, and colonic irrigation.
Ifyou have back pain or need treatment for your back in Coral Springs, FL, call us today or schedule an appointment online.
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