According to research by the East European Orthopaedic Association (EEOA), Ukraine is experiencing alarming statistics of childhood scoliosis. 23% of children have back problems. This indicator increases every year and is the highest among Eastern European countries.
To prevent the disease, the Ukrainian branch of the EEOA recommends:
Annual check-ups with a pediatric orthopedist.
Regular exercise, even if it's just ordinary walks.
Using only certified orthopedic backpacks.
Kite maintains a high standard as a reliable manufacturer of backpacks for children aged 3 and older. The brand develops orthopedic backpacks with patented Ergo Kids, Ergo Back, and Ergo Teens back systems. All of them meet strict requirements and safety standards for children, regardless of the type.
In July 2019, the Kite brand was successfully certified by the German Institute for Health and Ergonomics (IGR). Key models of school backpacks 501, 531, 700, 706, and Smart (702 and 720) underwent complex multi-stage IGR testing, where the following parameters were strictly evaluated:
Safety. Soft pads along the spine to support the underdeveloped muscles of a child's back.
Main compartment functionality. Internal dividers help securely fix heavy textbooks closer to the back of the backpack. This way, the child does not feel the load when running or walking.
"Breathable back." Under the special fabric, the child's back does not sweat even on a hot day.
Proper load distribution. Correct S-shaped straps, chest and waist belts ensure a snug fit of the backpack to the back. This allows for even weight distribution along the spine.
Lightweight. An empty backpack should not weigh more than 1 kg.
Reinforced bottom. Protection against sagging under the weight of school supplies.
The IGR certification system is a benchmark for German quality and product safety. The labeling guarantees that the product meets the declared ergonomic characteristics, and the IGR certificate itself has received international recognition far beyond Germany and the EU. On products approved by the IGR institute, the buyer will always find a branded international tag.
Ergonomic orthopedic backpacks are true helpers in maintaining proper posture in schoolchildren. Parents value the IGR certificate as one of the important factors in deciding on a purchase.
Always pay attention to certified models and stay healthy.
* Branded tag of the German Institute for Health and Ergonomics (IGR)
