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[Pedestrian accidents]
I Bugmann1, M Röthlisberger, N F Friederich
1Klinik für Orthopädische Chirurgie und Traumatologie des Bewegungsapparates, Kantonsspital Bruderholz.
Praxis
|January 15, 1999
Summary
Pedestrian injuries in Arosa increased from 1968-1995, peaking in February. Females and older individuals faced higher risks, with common injuries including distal radius fractures and ankle sprains.
Area of Science:
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
- Traumatology
Context:
- Study period: 1968-1995 in Arosa, Switzerland.
- Focus: Non-traffic-related pedestrian injuries during winter months (December-April).
- Data source: General practice survey of 2813 patients with 3010 injuries.
Purpose:
- To analyze the epidemiology of pedestrian injuries in a winter resort.
- To identify trends, risk factors, and common injury types.
- To inform accident prevention strategies.
Summary:
- Observed an increasing trend in pedestrian injuries, with a peak in February.
- Identified higher injury rates in females (60%) and an increased incidence with age.
- Common injuries included distal radius fractures, foot/wrist distortions, and ankle fractures. 6% had multiple injuries, 5% required hospitalization.
Impact:
- Highlights the need for timely snow/ice removal and public warnings.
- Recommends ankle-protective footwear for outdoor winter activities.
- Provides data for targeted injury prevention in similar environments.