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Skateboarding injuries

J L Fountain1, M C Meyers

  • 1Department of Health and Human Development, Montana State University, Bozeman, USA. Jodi911@aol.com

Sports Medicine (Auckland, N.Z.)
|December 1, 1996
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Skateboarding injuries are common, especially for young boys, with fractures being the most frequent type. Safety gear and education are recommended to reduce the incidence and severity of these injuries.

Area of Science:

  • Sports Medicine
  • Pediatric Traumatology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Skateboarding popularity has surged intermittently since the 1960s, leading to increased injury rates.
  • Injuries predominantly affect boys aged 10-14, ranging from minor abrasions to severe fractures and fatalities.
  • Extremity fractures constitute 50% of musculoskeletal trauma, while head injuries account for 3.5-9%.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the incidence, types, and circumstances of skateboarding-related injuries.
  • To identify high-risk demographics and contributing factors for skateboarding trauma.
  • To evaluate the effectiveness of current safety recommendations and suggest preventative strategies.

Main Methods:

  • Review of documented skateboarding injury cases.

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  • Analysis of injury demographics, types, and mechanisms.
  • Examination of environmental factors and riding surfaces contributing to accidents.
  • Assessment of adherence to safety guidelines and recommendations.

    • Main Results:

    • 50% of injuries are fractures, primarily of upper and lower extremities.
    • 33% of skateboarders sustain injuries within their first week of riding.
    • 65% of adolescent injuries occur in public areas like roads and parking lots, despite legislation.

    Conclusions:

    • Skateboarding injuries are a significant concern, particularly for young males, with fractures being prevalent.
    • Early attempts at skateboarding pose high risks due to developmental factors and poor judgment.
    • Mandatory use of protective gear, formal education, and potential age restrictions could mitigate injury incidence and severity.