While carrying a backpack to school each morning might seem harmless enough, it can cause some painful back and neck problems for students who don't pack or carry their backpacks properly.
Back pain is pervasive in our society.
Much of this suffering is brought on by bad habits initiated in our younger years- such as carrying overweight backpacks to school. The improper use of backpacks can lead to muscle imbalance that could turn into chronic back and neck problems later in life. The American Chiropractic Association suggests the following tips to help prevent the needless pain that backpack misuse could cause the students in your household. A backpack with individualized compartments will help in positioning the contents most effectively. When packing the backpack, make sure that pointy or bulky objects are packed away from the area that will rest on your child's back.