How to choose an orthopedic backpack for a teenager?

It is very important to understand that when choosing a backpack for a child, it must comply not only with the style and design of adolescents, but also with all safety standards, which is especially reflected in their health. It is the orthopedic backpacks that will provide comfortable use and prevent diseases and curvature of the spine.

Since the school backpack has been an indispensable companion for adolescents for several years, there is a possibility that the child may develop improper posture or curvature of the spine due to inappropriate load distribution. To minimize this likelihood, leading companies have developed a special design for backpacks that prevents these problems in children. These are orthopedic backpacks, which are equipped with a hard back with soft padding and a comfortable anatomical shape. In their manufacture, special materials are used that favorably promote air circulation. Thanks to the wide shoulder straps with soft padding, the shoulders are not stressed. The use is as comfortable as possible. The straps are adjustable in length. Thanks to good fixation, the backpack does not tilt from side to side, protects the child from curvature of the spine. All backpacks have a hard bottom, thanks to which the items can be placed on the floor without fear of getting dirty. They are impregnated with moisture-repellent components, which favorably affects the wear in rainy weather, provides easy maintenance and prolongs their service life.

• Modern LEGO company was founded by Ole Kirk Christiansen, who was born into a poor family. Initially, he studied the craft of a carpenter and in 1932 set up the production of everyday objects. This business did not bring much profit, and he decided to start producing wooden cubes. Over time, he began to produce plastic toys and construction sets. After Ole's death, the company was headed by his son and brought it to the international level. Today, the brand is engaged not only in the production of constructors, but also in various children's kits, as well as orthopedic backpacks.

LEGO Freshmen Ninjago Energy 3-in-1 Backpack with an ergonomic backrest made of polyester. Has the following dimensions:

• height - 42 cm;

• width - 32 cm;

• depth - 30 cm.

It weighs 930 g and has a volume of 17 liters. The backpack is designed for boys and has 5 external pockets. Two on the front side, decorated with a green print, closed with locks. There are additional mesh pockets on the sides for water bottles or lunch. The interior is equipped with one large compartment with a dedicated laptop compartment.

The shoulder straps are adjustable in length and have a soft base for a comfortable fit. And there is also a chest strap. There is a semicircular zip pocket at the bottom of the back.

The hard bottom with plastic feet provides good stability on a flat surface without scratches or getting wet. Inside there is a key hook. A carrying handle is provided in the upper area. Reflective elements are sewn on each side.

• Herlitz Is a German company for the production of bright and colorful products. Over the past 100 years, she has produced many products for the school and office at an affordable price. The company started doing this back in the 60s of the last century, was the first to produce coloring books. The collection of school supplies was awarded a medal from the Russian quality competition "Best for Children". All accessories emphasize the image of their owner and are intended for an individual audience, designed taking into account their tastes and preferences. Today Herlitz from Germany presents a wide range of school bags. They are distinguished by European quality standards, light, with bright colors and modern style.

Backpack for girls Herlitz Ultimate Horses is equipped with an ergonomic back and a rigid frame. Made in lilac color with small images of horses. On the front side there is a patch pocket with a lock. The inner part has 3 separate sections, which are closed with a two-way zipper. There is also a key hook inside.

Thanks to the padded shoulder straps, the weight of the backpack is not felt on the back and does not weigh on the shoulders. The shoulder straps are adjustable in length, and thanks to the breathable material, the skin does not sweat. There are elastic pockets on the sides of the outside. They can hold lunch or a bottle of water. The product is regulated by a chest strap, thanks to which the backpack is well fixed on the back and does not move to the sides. Its dimensions are:

• height - 41 cm;

• width - 31 cm;

• depth - 22 cm.

It weighs 1 kg and has a volume of 25 liters. Made of polyester, so it is easy to clean and dries quickly.

• One of the Russian brands for the production of backpacks is Grizzly, which was founded back in 1996. For all the time of activity in the assortment, there are more than 1000 different backpacks for all occasions. They differ in design, colors and purpose. The production uses only new technologies and excellent quality equal to the affordable cost. Special school lines have been developed according to the Healthy Back program.

The youth backpack Grizzly-RU-423-1 is designed for schoolchildren and teenagers. It has a lot of space and compartments for various accessories. The inner part has 2 compartments and 1 pocket on the front side. All of them are closed with double locks with convenient key chains. There are additional zippered pockets on the sides of the product.

Thanks to a soft anatomical back, a rigid frame and reinforced shoulder straps, teenagers maintain correct posture and less fatigue. In sewing, we use fabric with a special water and dirt-repellent impregnation. All joints and seams are reinforced. The product is made of 100% polyester, weighs 950 g and has the following dimensions:

• length - 30 cm;

• height - 42 cm;

• depth 22 cm.

To choose an orthopedic backpack for a child for school, it is necessary that the product has a solid back made of breathable materials. Of course, such a model will be much heavier compared to other options, but thanks to this design, the weight will be evenly distributed over the entire back.

Interior fittings can be provided with a minimum of pockets. Two large compartments will be enough to separate textbooks and notebooks. There should be separate pockets for office supplies, money and keys. On the outside, there should be pockets for a bottle and a light snack.

In reliable models, there are always double stitches without adhesive parts. All moving parts are free of sharp corners.

Backpacks with a lot of zippers and fewer Velcro fasteners are wear-resistant, as they are short-lived.

As for the size, when buying, you need to try it on the back. The upper part should not rest against the back of the head, and the lower part should not press on the lower back.

The legs at the bottom of the product are a plus, especially if they are located on a solid base. Such a backpack will be protected from dirt and wet, and will also stand flat on a horizontal surface.

The back should be with a mesh base, which improves air circulation - as a result, sweating decreases.

Any product should have tight and wide straps made of a material that is pleasant and soft to the touch, so that they do not cut into the shoulders. And also they must be adjusted in length.

As for the design and color scheme, the child must choose these characteristics himself, since not only the pleasure of the purchased purchase will depend on this, but also the respect for it.