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[Equestrian related injuries and pathologies].
Émilie Hochart1, Yvan Fournier2
1Service de médecine interne, Hôpital intercantonal de la Broye, 1530 Payerne.
Revue Medicale Suisse
|August 15, 2019
Summary
Horseback riding in Switzerland poses risks of serious injury, including head trauma, necessitating helmet use. Close contact also presents risks of infectious diseases and allergies from horse allergens.
Area of Science:
- Equine-related health risks
- Sports medicine
- Public health
Background:
- Equestrian sports are popular in Switzerland, involving close human-horse interaction.
- Horseback riding is associated with significant injury risks, particularly cranial trauma.
- Potential for zoonotic diseases and allergic sensitization exists due to horse proximity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To summarize the health risks associated with equestrian sports in Switzerland.
- To highlight the importance of protective measures like helmet use.
- To inform general practitioners about potential equine-related health issues.
Main Methods:
- Review of common injuries and health risks in equestrian sports.
- Analysis of the impact of helmet use on head injury severity.
- Discussion of infectious disease transmission and allergen sensitization.
Main Results:
- Cranial traumatisms are frequent, leading to high hospitalization and mortality rates.
- Helmet use is proven to reduce the severity of intracranial lesions.
- Infections and respiratory allergies can occur, with frequent sensitization to horse allergens.
Conclusions:
- Protective gear, especially helmets, is crucial for mitigating horseback riding injuries.
- Healthcare providers should be aware of sporadic infectious diseases and allergic risks.
- Allergic sensitization to horses is prevalent, even without direct contact.
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