In-line skating injuries in children and adolescents. American Academy of Pediatrics. Committee on Injury and Poison Prevention and Committee on Sports Medicine and Fitness.
In-line skating has become one of the fastest-growing recreational sports in the United States. Recent studies emphasize the value of protective gear in reducing the incidence of injuries. Recommendations are provided for parents and pediatricians, with special emphasis on the novice or inexperienced skater.
D000293:Adolescent; D001265:Athletic Injuries / Q000517:prevention & control; D002648:Child; D006801:Humans; D011482:Protective Devices; D012861:Skating / Q000293:injuries*