How to Backpack Without Back Pain
Posted by admin on Tuesday, August 2nd, 2011 in chiropractic
It’s that time of year again — summer’s winding down and school is starting back up. Before you head out to buy school supplies, don’t forget to pick up the most important back-to-school item on your list: a backpack. Though many people don’t put a lot of thought into which backpack they choose, backpacks can cause a significant amount of back, shoulder, and neck pain. Here are some tips on how to choose and wear a backpack correctly.
- Choose the right size backpack. Backpacks should not be dragging below the hips, and they should be as close to the back as possible to distribute weight effectively.
- Don’t wear your backpack on just one shoulder. Putting the weight of the backpack and its contents on only one shoulder will cause excess muscle tension in that area.
- Don’t weigh yourself down. Clean out your backpack regularly to get rid of any excess papers, pens and pencils, and trash. Avoid carrying heavy laptops or books around.
If your backpack has been causing back pain, contact Austin Active Life today.
Tags: back pain, back-to-school, backpack, neck pain, school, shoulder pain
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