During the summer, the number of patient visits spikes due to summer vacation related mishaps. Here are the 10 most common summer vacation injuries:
- Water sports injuries
How many each year: 29,000
- Amusement park, state fair, and carnival ride injuries
How many each year: 37,000
- Volleyball injuries
How many each year: 59,000
- Trampoline injuries
How many each year: 83,000
- Swimming injuries
How many each year: 181,000
- Soccer Injuries
How many each year: 214,000
- ATV, moped and mini bike injuries
How many each year: 221,000
- Playground injuries
How many each year: 244,000
- Baseball and softball injuries
How many each year: 261,000
- Bicycle Injuries
How many each year: 550,000
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