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Injuries sustained during flipping--a new fad activity
J G Goepp1, A Walker, M Flowers
1Department of Pediatrics, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore.
Pediatric Emergency Care
|April 1, 1993
Summary
Children engaging in the new "flipping" fad activity are at risk for injuries due to jumping from heights and landing on hard surfaces. Emergency physicians should recognize these potential "flipping" injuries.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric emergency medicine
- Sports medicine
- Childhood injury prevention
Background:
- A new fad activity called "flipping" is emerging among children.
- This activity involves jumping from elevated surfaces and performing aerial flips, often on hard surfaces like concrete.
- The inherent risks associated with this activity can lead to significant injuries.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe and categorize the spectrum of injuries resulting from the "flipping" fad activity.
- To compare these injuries with those sustained from similar activities and playground incidents.
- To raise awareness among healthcare professionals regarding potential "flipping"-related injuries in children.
Main Methods:
- Case series description of injuries.
- Categorization of injury types.
- Comparative analysis with other activities (break dancing, skateboarding) and playground injuries.
Main Results:
- "Flipping" injuries are a distinct pattern resulting from the activity's mechanics.
- Injuries are often severe due to frequent landing on hard surfaces.
- Comparison highlights unique injury profiles compared to other activities.
Conclusions:
- "Flipping" poses a significant risk of injury to children.
- Pediatricians and emergency physicians need to be aware of this emerging injury pattern.
- Understanding the spectrum of "flipping" injuries is crucial for appropriate diagnosis and management.