Shop the best backpacks for back support to fight those bag-induced pains.

All recommended by spine experts.

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There are plenty of backpacks for back support that are specifically engineered to combat those bag-induced aches and pains.

Adjustable straps, which will ensure that the bag properly fits your body.

This Peak Design backpack checks all those boxes and can expand based on your needs.

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physical therapist at USA Sports Therapy

Its designed specifically for women and has a suspension system thats American Chiropractic Association certified.

It has tons of features and pockets to keep you organized, day in and day out.

That said, determining how much is too much weight can be tricky.

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Whether a backpack is bad for your back also depends on the context.

Or, if you are wearing it for prolonged periods of time day in and day out.

How do I make my backpack not hurt my back?

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He adds that evenly distributing the weight you carry on your back can help.

Another option he suggests is trying a backpack with a different design or configuration.

The backpacks straps, in particular, will make a difference on how it feels when you wear it.

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physical therapist at USA Sports Therapy

All that said, Dr. Shah says there is no one backpack configuration that is better than others.

Can backpacks cause lower back pain?

However, Dr. Shah says it depends on the person and any underlying issues they have.

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Can a backpack ruin your body posture?

Not permanently and not in general, Dr. Shah says.

There is no clear increased risk for significant problems as a result of wearing a backpack.

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