PackBack Test
PackBack™
Providing information and services related to the biomechanics of using back packs and other bags, luggage, or packages that are held, carried or worn.
Before PackBack™ Adjustment 
After PackBack™ Adjustment
Conditions arising from prolonged and/or repetitious use of backpacks or other devices made for carrying material belongings Include but are not limited to:
- Low Back pain and stiffness
- Hip and/or pain and/or numbness
- Sciatica
- Neck and upper back pain and stiffness
- Shoulder and/or arm pain and/or numbness
- Headaches
- Recurring muscles tension
- Fatigue
How does what you pack affect your back? How do you carry your:
- Personal beongings
- Purses
- Fanny packs
- Shopping bags
- Briefcases
- Luggage
- Wallets
- Cards
- Keys
- Change
- Electronic devices
A Type of PackBack™
A Type of PackBack™
What Purpose do you carry belongings for:
- Military
- Law enforcement
- Fire/rescue/USAR
- Hiker
- Biker
- Athlete
- Coach
- Athletic supporter
- Student
- Traveler
- Business person
- Homemaker
Rules of Engagement
- Think/strategize/be aware
- Approach
- Pack
- Lift
- Attach to body
- Carry
- Disengage
- Unwind
Solutions
- Selection of carryingdevices (fit the task to the flask)
- Strategies to engage, handle and carry devices
- Preparing body for carrying devices
- Conditioning body to pack, approach, lift, handle, carry and put down packs/devices
Copyright © 2019 Scott Donkin
Scott Donkin, DC, DACBOH, is an internationally published author, chiropractor, lecturer, and consultant who has been in private practice in Lincoln, Nebraska for over twenty-five years.
