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Skateboard injuries.

D T Cass1, F Ross

  • 1Paediatric Department, Westmead Hospital, NSW.

The Medical Journal of Australia
|August 6, 1990
PubMed
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Skateboard injuries are rising, with most child injuries being minor fractures. However, riding near traffic is dangerous, causing deaths, while home use poses acceptable risks if helmets are worn.

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Area of Science:

  • Pediatric injury epidemiology
  • Public health
  • Trauma research

Background:

  • Skateboard injuries have increased, necessitating an examination of injury patterns and risk factors.
  • Westmead Hospital recorded 80 admissions for skateboard injuries over 30 months, with 69 involving children.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the incidence and nature of skateboard-related injuries.
  • To identify high-risk environments and demographics for skateboard injuries.
  • To recommend preventative measures for reducing serious injuries.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of hospital admissions for skateboard injuries over a 30-month period.
  • Analysis of injury types, patient demographics, and circumstances of injury.
  • Correlation of injury data with mortality statistics in New South Wales.

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Main Results:

  • Most pediatric injuries involved upper limb fractures (47) and minor head injuries (8).
  • Serious injuries included a ruptured urethra and a closed head injury.
  • Five deaths occurred in New South Wales due to skateboard riding, primarily head injuries from collisions with vehicles.

Conclusions:

  • Skateboarding near traffic presents a significant danger and should be restricted.
  • Home and parkland use of skateboards carries an acceptable risk of minor injuries, especially with helmet use.
  • Children under 10 are at higher risk for fractures and head injuries due to developmental factors; preventative programs are crucial.