Trampoline related injuries in children: risk factors and radiographic findings

Klimek, Peter; Juen, David; Stranzinger, Enno; Wolf, Rainer; Slongo, Theddy

doi:10.1007/s12519-013-0416-2

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“…However, there are often multiple jumpers, a practice associated with increased risk for injury on trampolines. 4,8,12,15,23,24 To our knowledge, there have been no published studies focusing on injuries at trampoline parks. This study investigates national trends in trampoline park injuries (TPIs) and compares demographic features and injury characteristics between TPIs and home trampoline injuries (HTIs).…”

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Trampoline Park and Home Trampoline Injuries

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“…Other studies revealed a preponderance of upper extremity injuries [5, 6, 10]. Klimek et al [5] for example described as the most common injuries upper extremity fractures such as supracondylar humeral and forearm fractures, which were frequently caused by a direct impact on the ground.…”

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“…Therefore in a study of Klimek et al [5] repeat radiographs after 7–10 days are recommended in children with persistent complaints as an alternative to MRI. Stranzinger et al [4] described buckle/torus or transverse hairline fractures of the proximal tibial metaphysis as the most common manifestations of the “trampoline fracture”.…”

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MR imaging for detection of trampoline injuries in children

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BackgroundThe recreational use of trampolines is an increasingly popular activity among children and adolescents. Several studies reported about radiological findings in trampoline related injuries in children. The following publication presents our experience with MRI for detection of trampoline injuries in children.Methods20 children (mean 9.2 years, range: 4–15 years) who had undergone an MRI study for detection of suspected trampoline injuries within one year were included. 9/20 (45%) children had a radiograph as the first imaging modality in conjunction with primary care. In 11/20 (55%) children MR imaging was performed as the first modality. MR imaging was performed on two 1.5 T scanners with 60 and 70 cm bore design respectively without sedation. In 9/20 (45%) children the injury mechanism was a collision with another child. 7/20 (35%) children experienced leg pain several hours to one day after using the trampoline without acute accident and 4/20 (20%) children described a fall from the trampoline to the ground.ResultsAll plain radiographs were performed in facilities outside the study centre and all were classified as having no pathological findings. In contrast, MR imaging detected injuries in 15/20 (75%) children. Lower extremity injuries were the most common findings, observed in 12/15 (80%) children. Amongst these, injuries of the ankle and foot were diagnosed in 7/15 (47%) patients. Fractures of the proximal tibial metaphysis were observed in 3/15 children. One child had developed a thoracic vertebral fracture. The two remaining children experienced injuries to the sacrum and a soft tissue injury of the thumb respectively. Seven children described clinical symptoms without an overt accident. Here, fractures of the proximal tibia were observed in 2 children, a hip joint effusion in another 2, and an injury of the ankle and foot in 1 child. There were no associated spinal cord injuries, no fracture dislocations, no vascular injuries and no head and neck injuries.ConclusionsIn the majority of children referred for MR imaging with pain after trampoline MR imaging detects injuries. These injuries are often not visible on plain radiographs. Therefore we recommend a generous use of MR imaging in these children after initial negative plain radiography.

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“…The use of trampolines is increasing, along with the incidence of injuries associated with their use 9 10. One study showed that 74% of injuries occurred when more than one person was on the trampoline 11.…”

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Iliacus haematoma causing femoral nerve palsy: an unusual trampolining injury

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We report the case of a 15-year-old boy who presented to accident and emergency following a trampolining injury. Initially, the patient was discharged, diagnosed with a soft tissue injury, but he re-presented 48 h later with worsening low back pain and neurological symptoms in the left leg. Subsequent MRI revealed a left iliacus haematoma causing a femoral nerve palsy. The patient was managed conservatively and by 6 months post injury all symptoms had resolved. This is the first reported case of an iliacus haematoma causing a femoral nerve palsy, after a trampolining injury. We believe this case highlights to our fellow clinicians the importance of a detailed history when assessing patients with trampolining injuries to evaluate the true force of injury. It also acts as a reference for clinicians in managing similar cases in future.

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Trampoline related injuries in children: risk factors and radiographic findings

Abstract: Children younger than 5 years old are at risk for specific proximal tibia fractures ("Trampoline Fracture"). A child jumping simultaneously with other children has a higher risk of suffering from a fracture.

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Trampoline Park and Home Trampoline Injuries

Trampoline Park and Home Trampoline Injuries

MR imaging for detection of trampoline injuries in children

Iliacus haematoma causing femoral nerve palsy: an unusual trampolining injury

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