The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) warns that in-line skating - a popular new
sport - can be hazardous if skaters do not wear helmets and other safety gear or do not learn to
skate and stop safely. CPSC estimates that approximately 100,000 consumers annually receive hospital emergency room treatment for injuries associated with in-line skates. Most injuries were to wrists, arms, and legs. CPSC recommends the use of safety gear to help prevent injuries with in-line skates. A helmet, elbow pads, knee pads, wrist guards and gloves should always be worn. |
In addition, skaters should observe the following safety tips:
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