Anales de pediatría : publicación oficial de la Asociación Española de Pediatría (A.E.P.)
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May 2009
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Children's equestrian activities in the domestic, play activities, sports and educational areas are relatively frequent, and are not exempt from risks. Nevertheless, there is a lack of data on horse-related injuries, their circumstances and the key points for their prevention. ⋯ Horse handling by children and teenagers can be a high risk activity. In our cases brain trauma was the most common and severe injury. Due to the poor use of protection devices by our patients, we believe it is now necessary to take measures to increase safety in equestrian activities.