IN-LINE SKATING INJURIES IN CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS

Authors
KATCHER ML AGRAN P LARAQUE D POLLACK SH SMITH BL SMITH GA SPIVAK HR TULLY SR ANDERSON SJ GRIESEMER B JOHNSON MD MCLAIN LG ROWLAND TW SMALL E
Citation
Ml. Katcher et al., IN-LINE SKATING INJURIES IN CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS, Pediatrics, 101(4), 1998, pp. 720-722
Citations number
11
Categorie Soggetti
Pediatrics
Journal title
Pediatrics → ACNP
ISSN journal
00314005
Volume
101
Issue
4
Year of publication
1998
Pages
720 - 722
Database
ISI
SICI code
0031-4005(1998)101:4<720:ISIICA>2.0.ZU;2-F
Abstract
In-line skating has become one of the fastest-growing recreational spo rts in the United States. Recent studies emphasize the value of protec tive gear in reducing the incidence of injuries. Recommendations are p rovided for parents and pediatricians, with special emphasis on the no vice or inexperienced skater.