5 Common Causes of Concussions in Kids

The most common cause of visits to the emergency room for children in the summer is falling for ages 0-5 and being struck by an object for ages 5-14 years. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, children 0-4 most often sustain brain injuries on swings and slides. For older kids ages 5-14, swings continue to be a danger spot, along with monkey bars and climbing equipment.

4 Ways to Decrease Concussions in Kids

Each year, more than 220,000 children under the age of 14 are treated in hospital emergency rooms across the United States for injuries occurring on playgrounds. More information on how to mitigate playground accidents can be found here!

Do I have any tips to make using a trampoline safe? Yes. Don’t use one! The American Academy of Pediatrics advises parents not to buy a home trampoline. This includes mini trampolines and large outdoor trampolines. They tell parents to encourage their child to get physical activity in other ways. This includes the trampolines with nets and extra padding!