Do skaters get hurt?

Do skaters get hurt?

Tendonitis and sprains — Tendonitis and sprains in the feet, ankles, and knees are common due to overuse and pressure placed on the feet while skateboarding. There is usually localized pain, swelling, and stiffness. A sprain will occur suddenly while tendonitis often develops over time.

How do skateboarders avoid getting hurt?

Choose a Safe Environment

1. Avoid skateboarding on irregular surfaces.
2. Do not use homemade skateboard ramps.
3. Never use your skateboard in wet weather.
4. Avoid skateboarding in crowded walkways or in darkness.
5. Never hold onto the side or rear of a moving vehicle while riding a skateboard (“skitching”).

How often do skateboarders get hurt?

Although it is a fun and exciting activity, skateboarding carries with it a serious risk for injury. Approximately 70,000 injuries requiring a visit to the emergency department occur every year.

Is Skateboarding bad for You?

There’s a social stigma about skateboarding being dangerous, but in fact, it’s not that bad. Skateboarding isn’t any more dangerous than other sports according to scientific studies, there is a risk of injury which can be prevented by taking the right precautions.

Why do my feet hurt after skateboarding?

It causes pain in the heel and arch, and is common in skateboarders due to intense gripping motion of the toes while skating and poor calf strength or flexibility. Tendonitis and sprains — Tendonitis and sprains in the feet, ankles, and knees are common due to overuse and pressure placed on the feet while skateboarding.

What are the most common injuries from skateboarding?

Common Skateboarding Injuries. Hand, wrist, or shoulder injuries may occur when skateboarders lose their balance and fall on an outstretched arm. Ankle injuries, such as fractures are also common. The experts at UPMC Sports Medicine’s Young Athlete Program can work with your child’s doctor to: Assess and treat his or her skateboarding injury.

Which is more dangerous rollerblading or skateboarding?

1 Compared to rollerblading, skateboard injuries happen twice as often and are often more severe. 2 Basketball accidents happen twice as often compared to skateboarding. 3 38% of all skateboarding injuries occur in the ankle, wrist, and face. 4 About 5% of injuries are severe, most severe accidents involve traffic.