What is Ergonomics?

Ergonomics is the study of adapting working conditions, such as the products one uses and one's environment, to the human being.

Can Poor Posture Affect Our Health?

"For the organs to function effectively, the whole structure of the musculo-skeletal system is important.
If one does not use the body correctly over a long period of time, back and neck pain can occur. This is why it is important that children develop good habits in sitting, standing and the use of their own bodies."

- Dr David Tio

Osteopathic Treatment Centre

Singapore

The Effects of Poor Postures

Back Pain

Back pain and injury can be caused by excessive deformation and pressure of the discs.

Poor Blood Circulation
Sitting on high chairs increases pressure on the femoral vein wall in the back of the thigh. This can be a cause of blood clotting in the veins of the legs.

Breathing

Slouched posture makes the heart and lungs less efficient and concentration may be affected.

Heart

Slouching at the desk increases the pressure inside the chest. This may cause the heart to work harder to pump blood through the lungs.

Cervical Spine

The neck has the least pressure when the head is in an upright position, where it is well-balanced. It is noted that with good posture, the centre of gravity is situated within the spinal column, such that body weight is distributed evenly along all vertebrae. With poor posture, the center of gravity is projected forward and that places strain on the neck muscles, shoulders, the vertebrae of the neck and lower back and on the stomach.

Poor posture leads to fatigue more quickly, it strains ligaments and bones in young children and it interferes with respiration, heart action and digestion.

Ergonomic Bags:

How It Helps

What the Doctors Recommend
Dr David Tio
Dr David Tio, a renowned Osteopath for 18 years in Singapore, in his endorsement letter commented, "Statistics have shown that school books children carry, are very heavy and 20 pounds (approx. 9kg) is quite common. Therefore, it is important for parents to look for a good bag with firm back and moulded support for their children whose young muscles and joints are developing. Features of McNeill® & Scout® Ergonomic Bags are able to prevent postures problems like hunching and backache in children. I endorse and recommend both bags to concerned parents."

Ergonomic Bags. Made in Germany since 1976.

Ergonomic Bag is able to prevent future posture problems in children.
With it's special features, children can still stand straight despite of their heavy books.

The Ideal Bag

McNeill® Ergonomic Bag (endorsed in Singapore since 1999) and Scout® Ergonomic Bag, in Germany for more than 20 years, have a unique shaped back that fits around the spine. This lumbar cushion, with ventilation feature, supports and maintains the spine's natural curve. The adjustable parachute straps and bag structure enable user to carry weight on the upper back. The Soft Step System in McNeill® acts as a shock absorber for the shoulders when children are on the move.

**A must to bring along your child when purchasing ergonomic bag

Endorsed and Recommended by:

Dr David Tio Osteopath Osteopathic Treatment Centre

Prof Dr Niethard Director, Orthopaedic Clinic in University Aachen Germany

Prof Dr Wolfgang Menke Doctor for Orthopaedic, Rheumatology, Sports Medicine and Physical Therapy Germany

Prof Dr E. Schmitt Orthopaedists University Clinic Frankfurt Germany