Bicyclists, helmets and head injuries : a rider-based study of helmet use and effectiveness.

Author(s)
Wasserman, R.C. Waller, J.A. Monty, M.J. Emery, A.B. & Robinson, D.R.
Year
Abstract

516 bicyclists over age 10 were interviewed regarding helmet use and head injuries. Although 19 per cent owned helmets, only 8 per cent were wearing them when interviewed. Riders wearing helmets were more highly educated and reported higher car seat belt use. Nearly 4 per cent of the bicyclists reported striking their heads in a cycling mishap during the previous 18 months; those wearing helmets at the time of the mishap were less likely to have sustained head injuries.

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B 29197 [electronic version only] /83 /
Source

American Journal of Public Health, Vol. 78 (1988), No. 9 (September), p. 1220-1221, 15 ref.

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