Experts say the current average woman has a bag that carried the weight of up to 3 kilograms. The size of the larger bags that are easier and more people put things into it, ranging from laptops, cameras, water bottles, purses, cosmetic bags, or umbrellas.
Yet when we carry heavy bags on one side of the shoulder in a long time, naturally curved neck, which divides the average pressure on the spine, began to fail so that trigger pain in the back, shoulders, and head.
Often carry a bag that is too heavy on one side can also cause bad posture. Just so you know, the back is very sensitive to muscle tension. As a result the body's ability to maintain balance is reduced and movement is restricted. The condition is also called syndrome handbag (hand bag syndrome).
Back pain, shoulder or neck due to bag syndrome is now a growing number of urban women have suffered. Because it's the therapists and doctors suggested that a small bag manufacturers to label the products so that consumers do not put too heavy burden into her bag.
The best way to avoid this bag syndrome is choosing the right bag. Here's a guide:
- Size. Choose a bag that has a size according to your body type. If you're short and slim, you should avoid carrying large and heavy.
- Weight. Bag weight should not exceed 10 percent of body weight. More than that is tantamount to giving too much weight on your back, neck and muscle. Bag made of canvas or vinyl is also lighter than the material from the skin.
- The rope sling. Choose the sling strap (straps) wide and has a bearing. Rope as this will distribute the pressure on the shoulders so you feel more comfortable. Select designs are also straps that can be arranged according to height. Sling a bad design can lead to stress and muscle aches.
- Lots of space. If you're the type who often carry a lot of things, choose a bag that has lots of compartments so that weight could be flat. The most heavy objects should be at the very bottom.
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