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[Horse-related occupational injuries 1992-1999]
1Audiologisk afdeling, Centralsygehuset i Esbjerg.
Introduction:
Occupational injuries are notifiable in Denmark. Hitherto, occupational injuries caused by riding and horse handling have not been reported.
Material And Methods:
This retrospective study comprises all cases reported to the National Working Environment Authority during the period 1992-1999.
Results:
There were 634 occupational accidents, and 43% of the victims were below the age of 25 years with a four-in-one female preponderance. In contrast, there were only three cases of occupational disease.
Discussion:
Occupational diseases ought to be much more common than suggested by these few reported cases. Respiratory and musculoskeletal problems, allergy, skin diseases, and noise-induced hearing loss--widespread in general farming--would be expected. Increased attention to occupational health hazards seems required in the equestrian environment.
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