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Australian snowboard injury data base study. A four-year prospective study

C Bladin1, P Giddings, M Robinson

  • 1Victorian Ski Association, Australia.

The American Journal of Sports Medicine
|September 1, 1993
PubMed
Summary

Snowboarding injuries are common, especially fractures and sprains, with novices experiencing more upper limb injuries. Beginners should use soft-shell boots and take lessons to prevent snowboarding accidents.

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Area of Science:

  • Sports Medicine
  • Orthopedics
  • Traumatology

Background:

  • Limited data exists on the incidence and patterns of snowboarding injuries.
  • Understanding injury types and risk factors is crucial for prevention strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the incidence and patterns of snowboarding injuries.
  • To analyze injury variations based on skill level and footwear.
  • To compare snowboarding injuries with skiing injuries.

Main Methods:

  • A 4-year prospective study conducted at three Australian ski resorts.
  • Collected data on 276 snowboarding injuries and concurrent ski injury data.
  • Analyzed injury types, locations, and correlations with rider skill and boot type.

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Main Results:

  • Snowboarders sustained 2.4 times more fractures than skiers, particularly in the upper limbs.
  • Lower limb injuries were most common (57%), followed by upper limb (30%), with sprains (53%) and fractures (24%) predominating.
  • Novices had more upper limb fractures and knee injuries; intermediate/advanced riders had more ankle injuries.
  • Soft-shell boots correlated with more ankle injuries, while hard-shell boots correlated with knee injuries and distal tibial fractures.

Conclusions:

  • Snowboarding carries a significant risk of fractures, especially for novices.
  • Footwear choice and skill level influence injury patterns.
  • Recommendations include using hybrid or soft-shell boots and seeking professional instruction for novice snowboarders to mitigate injury risk.