Citation

Weist R, Hille E. Sportverletz Sportschaden 2007; 21(4): 199-201.

Vernacular Title

Die isolierte Impressionsfraktur des Jochbogens beim alpinen Wildwasserkanusport.

Affiliation

Abteilung für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, Klinikum Eilbek, Schön Kliniken. rweist@schoen-kliniken.de

Copyright

(Copyright © 2007, Georg Thieme Verlag)

DOI

10.1055/s-2007-963709

PMID

18072081

Abstract

Whitewater kayaking is a rapidly growing form of extreme sport with a high risk potential for upper-body injuries, mainly concerning the head and torso. Direct impact traumata, such as a creek bone fracture, require an operation. The follow up treatment is aimed to prevent any loading from taking place. If necessary, a special facemask can be made to avoid injuries resulting from direct contact with hard surfaces. A suitable helmet for kayaking should include facial protection, which is not very common.

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