Backpacks are a great way for students to get their stuff around school and to their activities. However, improperly used, backpacks can cause kids back problems. The weight of a backpack worn the ...

Plagued by back pain? You may want to look at how you wear your backpack. I consulted Sarah Lloyd, director of clinical education at Spear Physical Therapy, about how to adjust your backpack so it ...

The back-to-school aisles at the store are beckoning - a reminder that summer is nearing an end and students will return to class in a few short weeks. For those shopping for all the back-to-school ...

This is an archived article and the information in the article may be outdated. Please look at the time stamp on the story to see when it was last updated. KANSAS CITY, Mo. — As back-to-school time ...

Backpacks have come a long way since the 70's, when hikers swore by (and at) bulky external frames and nifty side pockets were few and far between. Nowadays, we have a lot more choices: Hikers can opt ...

Backpacks are a perfect way to carry school supplies, but if they are worn incorrectly or stuffed to the brim, they can lead to discomfort and soreness for some students. And all the things students ...

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: For my kids, the best part of back-to-school shopping is picking out a new backpack. While I want them to have backpacks they like, I also want to make sure they have features that ...

If you’ve ever found yourself unpacking half your kit in a hurry—to find your rain cover during a squall, mosquito repellent in early evening, first aid kit after a nasty fall—then you understand why ...

With all the bank holidays rolling in one after the other, it feels like everyone has fun getaways all planned and prepared. And the travel trend at the moment is to go light on the luggage for ...