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Cycling Injuries in Southwest Colorado: A Comparison of Road vs Trail Riding Injury Patterns
1Telluride Medical Center, Telluride, CO.
Wilderness & Environmental Medicine
|March 25, 2016
Summary
Cyclists most commonly sustain lacerations and abrasions. Trail biking causes more thoracic injuries, while road biking leads to more head injuries, highlighting the need for protective gear and field readiness.
Area of Science:
- Trauma and Injury Epidemiology
- Sports Medicine
- Public Health
Background:
- Cycling is a popular recreational and transportation activity.
- Injuries sustained during cycling present a significant public health concern.
- Understanding injury patterns is crucial for prevention and treatment strategies.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the epidemiology of injuries in cyclists.
- To compare injury patterns between road cycling and trail biking accidents.
Main Methods:
- A retrospective chart review of injured cyclists.
- Data collected from a rural mountain resort-based medical center over a 3-year period.
- Inclusion of both road and trail cyclists.
Main Results:
- 304 cyclists were analyzed; 67% sustained trail injuries.
- Most common injuries: lacerations/abrasions (64%), upper extremity fractures (26%).
- Head injuries were more frequent in road cyclists (16% vs. 6%), thoracic trauma in trail cyclists (7% vs. 2%).
Conclusions:
- Lacerations and abrasions are the most frequent cycling injuries.
- Helmet use may reduce head trauma severity, though further data is needed.
- Prehospital care for trail cyclists should address common injuries like lacerations, fractures, and head/thoracic trauma.
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