Fit and Use Instructions for BackTpack 4
BackTpack is a therapeutic system, designed by a physical therapist to improve habits of posture and
body mechanics. This requires changing ingrained habits. BackTpack must be fit correctly and its unique
features understood for proper function and benefit. The goal is to have your best posture, especially
when carrying a load. BackTpack will not do it for you but will allow and facilitate this optimal posture.
Adjust
Shoulder Straps (f)
so that tops of bags are near your
elbows. Bags should hang straight and loosely at sides.
Adjust desired hip width using
the
Adjuster (e-1)
at back of
the
Hip-Loading Belt (e)
. Do
this by tipping the
Adjuster
to
90 degrees from webbing and
slide
Hip-Loading Belt
to the
desired position.
f
e-‐1
e
e
e-‐1
