Citation

Sousa DL, da Silva KNG, Ferreira E, Morais FRS. Rev Bras Ortop (Sao Paulo) 2020; 55(6): 728-735.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2020, Sociedade Brasileira de Ortopedia e Traumatologia)

DOI

10.1055/s-0040-1702949

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

OBJECTIVE  To investigate the incidence, mechanisms, types of injury, most affected anatomical regions, and factors leading to injuries in trail bikers.

METHODS  This was an observational, retrospective study analyzing 47 trail bikers. Data were collected through application of a referenced morbidity survey (RMS), which included information on injuries and their mechanisms.

RESULTS  The lesions with the highest incidence were abrasion and bruise. The most affected anatomical regions were the shoulders and knees. The most common injury mechanism was skidding or loss of traction.

CONCLUSION  Trail bikers are exposed to risk factors and, consequently, to falls; it is important to develop more protective equipment, especially for the shoulders and knees.

Language: en

Keywords

motorcycles; sports injuries; off-road motor vehicles; sports