Incidence of Electric Scooter-Associated Injuries in Finland From 2019 to 2021

Article Orthopedics

Increasing Incidence of Hand and Distal Upper Extremity Injuries Associated With Electric Scooter Use

Mark LaGreca et al.

Summary: Electric scooters have become increasingly popular in cities across the United States for recreation and transportation. This study analyzes hand and upper extremity injuries related to e-scooters. The findings show a significant increase in the incidence of upper extremity injuries associated with e-scooters between 2010 and 2019 in the United States.

JOURNAL OF HAND SURGERY-AMERICAN VOLUME (2022)

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Review Orthopedics

Epidemiology of Fractures Sustained During Electric Scooter Accidents A Retrospective Review of 563 Cases

Ittai Shichman et al.

Summary: This study provides a unique investigation into orthopaedic fracture patterns, mechanisms of injury, and management related to electric scooter use. The data collected are crucial for healthcare system preparedness and resource allocation for handling these challenging injuries, as well as for legislators in promoting safety and injury prevention strategies.

JOURNAL OF BONE AND JOINT SURGERY-AMERICAN VOLUME (2021)

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Article Emergency Medicine

Characterization of electric scooter injuries over 27 months at an urban level 1 trauma center

Ophelie Lavoie-Gagne et al.

Summary: This study provides risk stratification tools for modifiable risk factors associated with e-scooter injury morbidity. Factors such as injury type, age, alcohol or substance intoxication, and helmet use were found to be associated with the likelihood of major trauma or hospital admission. Individuals should prioritize using head protection and avoiding substance use while riding e-scooters to reduce the risk of injury.

AMERICAN JOURNAL OF EMERGENCY MEDICINE (2021)

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Letter Medicine, General & Internal