Summer is almost over and our local Wal-mart is handing out lists of school supplies. Parents are wandering through the “seasonal” aisles watching their pennies and longing for the big day to come, so this is the perfect time to write about this. I’ve had chronic back and neck pain since I was a teenager which became disabling when I was in my thirties. Two botched back surgeries later, I’m no better off and feel every little thing from the vibration of the sidewalk to bad chairs and car seats. I’m also painfully aware that back injuries can take many years to manifest as chronic pain and serious conditions. By then, extreme measures are sometimes necessary. My children are grown and I graduated college 12 years ago, so I haven’t paid much attention to backpacks lately. I do remember the strain mine put on my back, neck and shoulders and feeling like a bit of a dork for carrying mine on my back instead of on one shoulder like all the rest of the college students. These days, even a too large or too heavy purse can cause the same pain.
A quick search revealed that this is such a widespread problem that many articles have been written. Here are just a few:
This one is interesting:
Scientists Create Bungee Backpack To Lighten The Load I think that the following product idea is a much better solution!
So I was very pleased to run across the Airpacks System from Core Products Home Health Solutions
The patented, ergonomic design combines wider shoulder straps and an inflatable lumbar cushion, which when properly positioned in the small of the back, creates a fulcrum to redistribute the weight from the shoulders to the hips, promoting a healthier upright standing posture, enhancing the body’s natural ability to properly carry weight. Getting the right fit is very important to realize the AirPacks® unique ergonomic design benefit. Visit the Airpacks product page to choose which has the right proportional fit for you or the student in your life.
Airpacks cost no more than the high quality backpacks sold in college bookstores and department stores and are well worth the investment.
While you’re on the site, take a look at some of the other great products this innovative company has to offer:
New, topical Ibuprofen cream for musles and joints
Hang tight, moms and dads. That big day that we all look forward to will be here before you know it!
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I really wished this had been around when my sons were in school. I recall them bringing home hoards of books that turned their backpacks in military rucksacks!
Just uncalled for….at that age completely wrong!
I really feel the medical profession needs to be more adamant about this…or at least VOCAL!
Thanks Parthena
Thanks for reading, Dear Muse! Absolutely – and I’m on a mission along with Core Products!
I totally agree with you Muse….the medical profession needs to speak up. I’m glad this new backpack is around for my youngest daughter but as you said the other kids really did suffer with carrying those heavy bags. I must say Back pain is know joke and is long lasting.. might not feel it today but later on in there older years they will. Great post Parthena!!!
Thanks for taking the time to read, Lisa! The medical profession may not do much but as parents, we can. Please pass this info on to everyone who can benefit from it. Perhaps you can link it in your blog? *Yes, I’ll help you, LOL) Thanks so much!