1.
Horseback riding
This activity is over 20 times more dangerous than motorcycle riding.
52 points - added 12 years ago by laura1147 -
2.
Skateboarding
50 points - added 12 years ago by laura1147 -
3.
Bicycling
Education about the dangers of riding in traffic and properly fitted helmets can keep this recreational activity from sending so many kids to the ER.
30 points - added 12 years ago by laura1147 -
4.
Swimming and Diving
15 points - added 12 years ago by laura1147 -
5.
Gymnastics
10 points - added 12 years ago by laura1147 -
6.
Cheerleading
65% of all girls high school catastrophic sports injuries are to cheerleaders. Note that only 10% of female athletes are cheerleaders.
1 point - added 12 years ago by laura1147 -
7.
Football
0 points - added 12 years ago by laura1147 -
8.
Soccer
0 points - added 12 years ago by laura1147 -
9.
Baseball
0 points - added 12 years ago by laura1147 -
10.
Lacrosse
0 points - added 12 years ago by laura1147 -
11.
Trampoline
108,000 were sent to the ER for injuries sustained on a trampoline. Tramps with nets are better, safer.
0 points - added 12 years ago by laura1147 -
12.
Softball
0 points - added 12 years ago by laura1147 -
13.
Volleyball
0 points - added 12 years ago by laura1147 -
14.
Field Hockey
0 points - added 12 years ago by laura1147 -
15.
Basketball
This sport tops the list for girls and ties with football some years for organized sports for boys.
-1 point - added 12 years ago by laura1147 -
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