Is your bag costing you more than you think?
Big shoulder bags are currently a fashionable accessory, but they may also pose a health risk to the women who carry them. Does this Spark an idea?
Good Posture
Be aware of your posture at all times
Wearing a bag on your shoulder regularly or for long periods of time can lead to poor posture, as the body tries to compensate for the extra weight by leaning to one side.
Cause of Pain
A strained neck and sore shoulders can be the source of your headaches
Chiropractors warn that back pain, sore shoulders and stiff necks can all be symptoms of your shoulder bag. These symptoms can also lead to headaches and migraines, and may even mechanically impair your movements.
Bag Size
Carrying a heavy load with one side of the body is a health hazard
Oversize bags may be popular, but they can be a great source of pain if you haul around heavy books and water bottles. The straps--especially thin or chained ones--can dig into your shoulders, interfering with circulation and causing tingling, numbness, and weakness in your arms and hands.
Overpacked Bags
Pick a bag that is not too big for your frame, and avoid overfilling it
In addition to affecting your posture, bags that weigh more than 10 percent of your body weight can cause improper balance by interfering with your natural movement, thereby making you walk lopsided and increasing your risk of falling.
Bag Management
Distributing the weight evenly is key to good balance
The American Chiropractic Association suggests choosing a bag with a wide adjustable strap that can be worn diagonally across the body, and carrying only the necessities. If this is not an option, it is recommended you switch the bag from one side to the other frequently. Also opt for structured bags, which do not affect your balance as much when the content shifts or when they're distributed unevenly inside the bag.
Backpacks
Make sure your child carries his backpack on both shoulders
Children are also subject to health issues caused by heavy schoolbags. Chiropractors and physiotherapists recommend a more traditional backpack with wide shoulder straps and a waist belt for balance.
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