Skeletal trauma in skateboard injuries
R. W. Hawkins and E. D. Lyne
Thirty fractures resulting from skateboarding have been treated in the past
six months at the Henry Ford Hospital, Detroit. Although there have been no
serious or unusual injuries, this represents a substantial increase over
the previous year. Awareness of the hazards of this sport is the first step
in reducing the frequency and seriousness of these injuries. As a result of
our experience, safety guidelines for skateboarding are recommended for the
parents of enthusiasts. We hope adherence to these guidelines will greatly
reduce the number of injuries.
