Trampolines at home, school, and recreational centers

M. L. Katcher, P. Agran, D. Laraque, S. H. Pollack, B. L. Smith, G. A. Smith, H. R. Spivak, M. Tenenbein, S. B. Tully, S. J. Anderson, B. A. Griesemer, M. D. Johnson, T. J. Martin, L. G. McLain, T. W. Rowland, E. Small

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Abstract

The latest available data indicate that an estimated 83 400 trampoline- related injuries occurred in 1996 in the United States. This represents an annual rate 140% higher than was reported in 1990. Most injuries were sustained on horne trampolines. In addition, 30% of trampoline-related injuries treated in an emergency department were fractures often resulting in hospitalization and surgery. These data support the American Academy of Pediatrics' reaffirmation of its recommendation that trampolines should never be used in the home environment, in routine physical education classes, or in outdoor playgrounds. Design and behavioral recommendations are made for the limited use of trampolines in supervised training programs.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)1053-1056
Number of pages4
JournalPediatrics
Volume103
Issue number5 I
DOIs
StatePublished - May 1999

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