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QUESTIONS FOR DR. BAHR

QUESTIONS FOR DR. BAHR

Dr. Micha Bahr is Director of Paediatric and Adolescent Surgery at Ingolstadt Clinic. His specialist medical knowledge helps in the development of deuter’s carry systems. He knows exactly what properties a backpack must have to protect your back. Because as a doctor, he sees plenty of back issues, posture problems and motor impairments. Children’s back health is particularly important to him. That’s why together with one of his daughters, Carina, he has helped so much with the development of our school packs.

The features of the school backpacks

BASIC FEATURES: 
  • Reflectors for good visibility in low light and bad weather
  • Robust and sturdy with reinforced base – durable, waterproof and abrasion resistant canvas fabric
  • Document pouch at the back of the binder-compatible main compartment keeps heavier items closer to the center of gravity
  • Tablet compartment is quicker to access and includes organizer pockets for small items
  • Sunglasses stow system simply hook the glasses into the stretchy strip on the shoulder strap – stays put when running
  • Several external pockets Snacks, umbrella etc. are easily accessible and the load is evenly distributed
  • Binder-compatible main compartment also has space for other schoolwork
  • Organizer front pocket to keep pens, mobile phone, bus pass etc. close at hand and well organised
  • Internal valuables pocket and key clip
Extra Ausstattung SCULA: 
  • Wide top-loader access Main compartment easy to pack with zip around closure
Extra Ausstattung COTOGY: 
  • Two main compartments keep the load well anchored when moving at speed
  • Attachment clips for halfshell helmet – quick and easy to stow

Packing the school backpack correctly

HOW MUCH WEIGHT CAN MY CHILD CARRY?

Without their school pack hurting them or their back? Parents are frequently looking for a clear answer to this question. Unfortunately, at present, there is no definitive weight limit: In 2010, the DIN 58124 standard withdrew its ruling of 10% of their bodyweight due to lack of scientific evidence. Generally, it’s of course a case of less is best. In the end, it’s no good if the walk to school is torture for your child. But there is also no scientific evidence to support the idea that posture problems, muscle tension and back pain are solely down to the weight carried. There are often multiple reasons. Many children spend hours sitting down in the wrong position and are not active enough in their everyday lives. This means their muscles are less developed, which is why it’s important to:

CORRECTLY PACKED AND CORRECTLY CARRIED

  • a school pack will strengthen a child’s core* (stomach and back muscles)
  • encourages exercise and the moderate strain of a school pack can stimulate bone growth in children
  • when children run, jump, climb, hop and ride their bike while wearing a school pack, they develop their motor skills on the way to school and learn to gauge what they are capable of
  • even a heavy school pack will not be worn long enough to damage a healthy child's spine

Adjusting the school backpack correctly

GOOD FOR THE KIDS AND THE ENVIRONMENT

The bluesign® product meets the highest standards thanks to the main material made from 100% recycled fabrics and 100% environmentally friendly manufactured, resource-saving components, making a clear statement in terms of sustainability.