The return to school makes us see children carrying very heavy backpacks on their backs, even children in early childhood education. Back health in childhood is a very important issue, to avoid future problems, therefore we must clarify how much the school bag should weigh.
According to the Spanish Association of Products for Children (Asepri) the burden of school bags must not exceed 10% to 15% of the weight of the child. If it is heavier it can cause complications in the cervical and lumbar areas.
That is, a 6-year-old boy with an approximate weight of 20 kilos should not exceed a load of 2 kilos, which can be easily achieved if we calculate a couple of books and some useful items.
In addition to weight, we must also talk about size. When choosing a backpack, above the design, we must also take into account the height and weight of the child.
The backpack should be five centimeters above the waist to have a good support. If you buy too large with the intention of lasting a couple of years, it may end up affecting the lower back.
It is necessary to choose it with an anatomical shape, padded backrest and wide straps, place the heaviest objects as close as possible to the back, always carry it on both shoulders, and adjust it to the lumbar height, so that the weight is better distributed.
In many schools they allow the child to leave school supplies and take home only the books he needs to do homework. But the truth is that it is not always possible. The most practical in these cases are books divided into fascicles, which are lighter and easier to transport.
