Posted by Make sure the backpack is durable, has a back piece that is reinforced or cushioned and is suitable for the child, meaning that it is no wider than the child’s chest.
It is essential to have wide straps that are cushioned. Straps that are not cushioned cause discomfort and can cut into your child’s shoulders if they are worn. Put waist straps to use (if the bag has them).
Always carry the pack using both of the included shoulder straps; never sling it over just one shoulder. When a disproportionate amount of weight is shifted to one side, it can create neck and muscle spasms and pain in the low back if the backpack is carried by one of its straps only.
It is not acceptable for the bag to hang more than 10 centimeters below the waistline. Your youngster will walk with an abnormal forward lean if their backpack straps are too low and the weight is distributed unevenly across their shoulders.
Having a backpack with different compartments makes it easier to put the items inside in the most advantageous manner. Make sure that heavy items such as books are placed first into the back compartment so that they are closest to the spine and that pointy or bulky objects are packed away from the area that will rest on your child’s back. Books are an excellent example of a heavy item that should be placed first into the back compartment.
Talk to the class instructor if the backpack is still too hefty for your kid to carry. Use the school lockers if available, or ask the teacher if your child can leave the heavier books at school and have them take just the lighter hand-out materials or workbooks home with them. Check your child’s backpack daily to ensure that they are only bringing the required goods for that particular day.
It’s not just how much the back weighs, but also how long your child is wearing their backpack. Time spent carrying it could raise the likelihood of your child experiencing back and neck pain, so keep that in mind. You should only have your school bag for as long as is necessary, and while you are in a stationary position (such as on the playground or waiting for the school bus), you should remove it and set it down on the ground.
If your child is complaining of back pain or discomfort, you should make it a point to inspect what is included in their bag. You should strongly encourage your youngster to carry their bag as outlined above.