title: Traumatic injuries to the extremities and thorax.
abstract: Although commonly ascribed great health benefits, bicycling is a dangerous activity. Specific populations have different risks and, hence, different injury patterns. Following a critical review of cycling literature, an anatomic survey is made of injuries resulting from traumatic events. Current ranges of therapies are discussed and cautions regarding clinical pitfalls are posted. I have made a series of recommendations that I hope will produce a safer environment for future healthy growth in which cycling may continue to furnish economic travel, pleasure, and health to future generations.
authors.affiliation: Hinsdale Hospital, Illinois.
authors.forename: G A
authors.initials: GA
authors.lastname: Lofthouse
mesh_terms: D000007:Abdominal Injuries / Q000209:etiology; D001642:Bicycling / Q000293:injuries*; D005121:Extremities / Q000293:injuries*; D006801:Humans; D013898:Thoracic Injuries / Q000209:etiology*