Which backpack should I choose so that it is comfortable to wear and does not hurt my back? It is not difficult to get lost among the many models, so Kite specialists have developed rules for choosing the ideal option. We will give 8 tips that will help you choose the right backpack.
Anatomic back with soft pillows that support posture
This is the first thing people pay attention to when buying a backpack. The orthopedic backrest repeats the natural curve of the spine and reduces the load on the back, especially during prolonged wear. It keeps the back in a natural position, teaches not to hunch over and not to hunch your shoulders. Each Kite Orthopedic School Backpack is made with an anatomical back.
S-shaped wide anatomical straps
They ensure a tight fit of the backpack on the back. Due to the fact that their width is at least 5 cm, they do not put pressure on the shoulders, and the S-shaped shape does not allow them to slip during movement. A distance of 4 cm between the straps in the place of sewing to the backpack allows you not to rub the neck.
Chest and waist belts
It is important that a backpack for elementary school contains these elements. The straps firmly fix the backpack on the body and prevent it from dangling from side to side during movement. Contribute to the even distribution of the load on all sections of the spine.
The size and weight of the backpack
Due to the peculiarities of the figure and different heights of children, it is impossible to create a backpack with universal parameters for everyone. Therefore, during the fitting, observe the following rules: the bottom of the backpack should be placed 4 cm below the waist, and the upper edge should be at shoulder level. The shoulder straps will help to perfectly fit the backpack to the student's body. Pay attention to the size of the product , which is indicated on the label. It should correspond to the growth parameters of the child.
The weight of an empty backpack should be up to 1 kg, and a full one should not exceed 10% of the child's body weight.
Dividers for books
They fix textbooks and maintain order in the backpack. Heavy textbooks are placed closer to the back so that the backpack dangles from side to side as little as possible and maintains body balance during movement.
Reflective elements on all sides
They make the child visible on the road in the dark. A special coating on the elements reflects the light flow from car headlights and lanterns.
It is important to carry the backpack correctly
Namely: on two straps with a fastened chest strap. Carrying on one strap leads to compression of nerve endings and blood vessels, compression of vertebrae and development of scoliosis.
Correctly put on and take off the backpack
A schoolboy's backpack weighs 1 kg or more, so teach your child to put on and take off a backpack from a high surface. So the weight of the backpack immediately falls evenly on the shoulders and is distributed across the back. If there is no suitable surface nearby, use an alternative method. Lift the backpack by the upper handle to the height of the knee, place it on the thigh and alternately insert the hands into the shoulder straps.