Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2615345 | Wilderness & Environmental Medicine | 2016 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Lacerations and abrasions are the most common injuries sustained in cycling. Quantifying the role of protective extremity gear in reducing these injury patterns may be of interest for future studies. Protective helmet use may be important in reducing morbidity from cycling-related head trauma; however, more data are needed. Prehospital care providers responding to the injured trail cyclist should be equipped to manage laceration, fracture, head injury, and thoracic trauma in the field.
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Authors
Simon MD, MSc,