Backpacks and Back to School

This is an issue we have spoken about a lot, especially for children who have back pain from overly heavy backpacks.

Rather than trying to re-invent the wheel, here is a great article regarding backpacks and how it can cause a child to have issues.

http://www.spine-health.com/wellness/ergonomics/backpacks-and-back-pain-children

If you have questions about if your child's backpack is too heavy, or if they are wearing it properly, please do not hesitate to bring the backpack in with your child. A good rule of thumb is to try to keep the weight of the backpack 15% or less of the child's weight.