Why is it so important for backpacks to be worn correctly when going to school?<\/p>\n
Poorly fitting back or overloaded backpacks can lead to sore shoulders and sore back as a result of overloaded and fatigued muscles.<\/p>\n
Constant overloading to the spine can cause strain on muscles, ligaments and the spine. This increases your child\u2019s likelihood of experiencing back pain as an adult.<\/p>\n
Backpacks that are not worn correctly can cause alterations to a child\u2019s posture and\/or gait. Poor posture and gait can lead to other musculoskeletal conditions that affect the extremities in particular the hips and the knees and other levels of the spine.<\/p>\n
Some of these conditions include tendinopathies, excessive pronation and tension type headaches. These can all cause interference in a child’s active lifestyle. On some occasions these conditions may mean a child has to miss out on playing sports because they are in too much pain.<\/p>\n
Prevention is the best form of treatment in cases of back pain. Below are a few tips on how to protect your child’s spine and reduce the likelihood of back pain.<\/p>\n
How should a backpack be worn?<\/p>\n
– Use both of the shoulder straps<\/p>\n
– Ensure the backpack sits close to your body by tightening the straps.<\/p>\n
– Ensure the backpack sits in the middle of the back and doesn\u2019t sag down to the buttock area.<\/p>\n
– Load the heaviest items close to your back.<\/p>\n
– Don\u2019t load the back pack up over 10-20% past the child\u2019s weight.<\/p>\n
If you have concerns that your backpack is the cause of your child\u2019s back pain book online for an assessment with our chiropractors today.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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