Trampoline Safety - How do Trampoline Injuries Occur?

Recently stumbled upon an article from a Doctor saying to avoid all trampoline use. The article's undertone would most likely be that general safety precautions should be observed when doing any activiy. That goes from wearing helmet while riding bikes to wearing seatbelts while riding in a car. It also means using safety pads all the way around the trampoline and having a safety net around it. Further you can eliminate collision risk by using the trampoline 1 person at a time, or if more than that, then not to try outlandish tricks when there is more than one person on the trampoline.

The article went on to say that most injuries on the trampoline occur when 2 or more people collide resulting in broken or fractured bones etc... or when a bouncer falls on the metal railing surrounding the trampoline or falls off of the trampoline (again both of these types can mainly be avoided by assuring the safety pads around the trampoline are installed and in good shape and that there is a safety net around the trampoline.

As with any sport, having the equipment in good working order, getting all the necessary safety gear to reduce chance of injury ahead of time and observing basic sane practises can go along way to avoid becoming an emergency room statistic.
Go ahead an bounce away! Just give yourself the benefit of the doubt by being aware of the safety aspect of trampolining.
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Types of Trampolines, securing trampolines

Looking at all of the different brands and types of trampolines can be overwhelming. There are so many places to source trampolines from including the brands DDI Sports, Parkside, Jump Pro, Jumpsport, Pro Jump, Skywalker, Airzone, Variflex, Fun Spot, JumpKing, Hedstrom, NBF, Sky Bouncer, Bazoongi, Bollinger, Supertramp, Leisure Kingdom, Bravo Sports, Propel, JumpZone, Leisure Bouncer, Orbounder, Lifestyle USA, American, Sky Bouncer, Sundance, Euro Active, Sportspower, Bounce Pro, High Jump, Walmart, Kmart, Dicks Sporting Goods, Academy Sports, Sports Authority, Sams Club, Costco, Toys R Us, Menards, BJ's, Modell's, Sports Chalet.

Surely you can find a fitting trampoline from one of these places. No matter how strong the trampoline frame may seem, do not underestimate the need to tie down the trampoline. It only takes one high wind storm to actually blow over and away a heavy trampoline. We have witnessed ourselves a 12x18 foot oval trampoline (Costco) with metal frame being knocked over by 100 km winds and sent blown over to the neighbors yard. In that case at that time a few people can battle the winds and set the trampoline on the opposite side of the house from the source of the wind direction to get you by the storm, but the best precaution is to use Trampoline Tiedowns and secure it during calm weather for peace of mind even when away from home.

The worst is watching the news from a vacation destination as to how your home town with your trampoline is experiencing high winds. Then you cannot sleep all night picturing the heavy trampoline barreling down the yards and possibly damaging fences, homes or even people or animals. So a little precaution goes a long way.

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How to get injured on a Trampoline

Getting injured on a trampoline is not something we strive to do when using one. A little common sense goes a long way to preventing some of the most common trampoline injuries which can result in broken bones etc...

Colliding with another person. Almost 3/4 of trampoline injuries occur in exactly this way. How to avoid it? Take turns!

Landing incorrectly when jumping or trying stunts. How to avoid it? Start slowly when learning a new stunt and make sure it is within the jumpers ability. No medals will be won in the backyard for attempting a triple lindy or such, but overdoing it can result in preventable injury.

Falling or jumping off of the trampoline and breaking, twisting ankle or leg(s). Well not jumping off of the trampoline onto hard ground should be one way to avoid breaking a bone when jumping off of a trampoline. Getting trampoline pads to go around the trampoline and a safety net are also important safety items that can eliminate this risk.

Falling on trampoline springs or metal frame, ouch! This can also be prevented by having a safety net and trampoline pads. Get a quality trampoline that comes with the safety net all around.

So if we just use the trampoline with one person at a time and avoid flips that can cause neck injury or even paralysis, have the trampoline pads installed around the perimeter of the trampoline and/or a good safety net and do not allow young kids to use the trampoline unsupervised.

Avoiding all of this advice will surely increase the likelihood of getting injured on a trampoline. Hopefully some of these safety ideas can be implemented so you can enjoy the trampoline and stay safe!
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