How to Choose the Right Handbag
While worrying about the stresses of your daily schedule, back, neck or shoulder pain is the last thing you need. Whether it’s a fashionable new purse or a briefcase busting with business knowledge, knowing how to choose, pack and lift your bag can prevent them from becoming a pain in the back.
A heavy bag or purse can cause pain and injury to your back, neck and shoulders. Overstuffed bags also cause poor posture by encouraging the carrier to lean to one side. Here’s our common sense guide to help spare your back:
Choosing a Shoulder Bag
Whether your bag is a purse or only a home for your laptop, choose one with a wide, padded adjustable shoulder strap.
Packing a Shoulder Bag
Divide the contents among multiple pockets to help distribute the weight and keep items from shifting. Your bag should not weigh more than 10 to 15 percent of your body weight.
Carrying a Shoulder Bag
Don’t always carry your bag on the same shoulder. Switch sides often so that each shoulder gets a rest. Try not to lift the shoulder on which the purse is carried, ideally wear the strap across your chest.
If back, neck or shoulder pain persists, consider visiting a Chiropractor!
Author: Dr. Marco De Ciantis, D.C.