Trampoline injuries are on the rise inline with the increasing popularity of
trampolines. While some injuries are minor, others can be more serious. So
what can you do to prevent accidents from happening?
There is no doubt in the minds of those that have suffered trampoline
injuries that having clearly outlined trampoline safety guidelines could have
prevented the injury. For this reason, many consumer agencies and public safety
coordinators are starting to take a closer look at trampoline safety and have
developed a concrete set of guidelines that any trampoline owner should find
beneficial to their trampoline experience. In the end, nothing is more important
than the safety and welfare of our family and friends.
Generally, we know all about trampolines and the fun that can be had on a
summer night with our children as we leap about. We also know about the exercise
that can be gained by jumping around on our trampoline. Many of us, however, are
not well informed when it comes to the possibility of injury on a trampoline and
do not follow adequate safety guidelines when we are on our trampolines with
family and friends.
Common Injuries
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, a trampoline is not safe for
use at home, in gym class, or on playgrounds. The Academy clearly does not have
a lot of faith in the trampoline as an appropriate child’s toy and states that
these trampolines are “never” used in these situations. Tens of thousands of
trampoline injuries take place every year, and with more trampolines entering
more backyards, the AAP suggests that the number will only rise and heavily
recommends against the use of a trampoline in most situations because of the
risks involved.
Two-thirds of the people injured on a trampoline are between the ages of 6
and 14. The most common injuries from trampoline use include broken bones,
concussions and other serious head injuries, sprains, bruises or cuts, and neck
or spinal cord injuries that could result in paralysis or death. Many children
are injured due to improper landing while jumping, landing off the surface of
the trampoline or on the springs, and colliding with other jumpers in mid-air.
Worth the Risk?
In the end, parents need to understand the possibility for injury should
proper trampoline safety regulations not be followed. These regulations and
guidelines usually come with the trampoline itself and were compiled by experts
well-versed in the injury capacity and potential for danger of a trampoline.
Follow these trampoline safety regulations if you are planning on getting
trampoline and do your part to prevent serious injury in your own backyard.
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