Trampolines Versus Playgrounds - A Comparative Assessment of Pediatric Fractures Sustained From Recreational Play.

Ajith MaligeNathan D MarkiewitzRaghav BadrinathKeith D BaldwinLawrence WellsBrendan A Williams

Published in: Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons. Global research & reviews (2024)

Youths in late childhood and adolescence are at increased odds of undergoing surgical management after trampoline fractures. Beyond underscoring the risks of trampoline play, our results highlight the importance of considering age in recreational injury epidemiology and the public health safety initiatives aimed at specific age groups.

Keyphrases

public health
depressive symptoms
risk factors
quality improvement
human health
childhood cancer
risk assessment
early life
young adults