The increased popularity of in-line skating and skateboarding has led to an increase of injuries typical of these sports. Protective equipment for skaters and skateboarders has not yet reached the level of sophistication of sports equipment used for more traditional recreational activities. This article reviews the injury patterns associated with in-line skates and skateboards, and analyzes the current status of protective equipment and equipment standards for these recreations. Andrew H. Tudor, P.E. and Lucinda J. Fuller, M.L.S. published a paper in the Safety and Risk Analysis Division of the American Society of Mechanical Engineers.

Safety Helmet
Injury Statistics and Patterns
Protective Equipment
Education
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