Trends in Trampoline Fractures: 2008-2017

Area of Science:

• Pediatric Orthopedics
• Public Health
• Injury Prevention

Background:

• Trampoline use is common among children.
• Trampoline-related injuries, particularly fractures, represent a significant public health concern.
• Understanding trends in these injuries is crucial for effective prevention strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate current trends in pediatric fractures associated with trampoline use.
• To analyze changes in the incidence and location of trampoline-related pediatric fractures over a decade.

Main Methods:

• Data from the National Electronic Injury Surveillance System (2008-2017) for individuals aged 0-17 years.
• Analysis included fracture incidence rates, demographic data, injury locale, and admission status.
• Statistical methods included Poisson and logistic regression to assess temporal trends.

Main Results:

• A 3.85% annual increase in pediatric trampoline fracture incidence was observed (35.3 to 53.0 per 100,000 person-years).
• No significant change in hospitalization rates for trampoline fractures was found.
• A significant increase in the likelihood of fractures occurring at recreational or sports venues was identified.

Conclusions:

• There has been a significant rise in national trampoline-related pediatric fractures between 2008 and 2017.
• A notable increase in the proportion of these fractures occurring in recreational or sports settings was observed.
• Prevention campaigns should prioritize these specific locations to mitigate injury risks.