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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
PubMed
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.

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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.

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