Equestrian Injuries

 
  • Injury rate = 1/350 to 1/1,000 riding hours. 15%-27% of injuries are severe enough for hospital admission.
  • Spondylolysis: cervical and lumbar.
  • Clavicle fracture
  • Petridou E, J Trauma 2004;56:643; Lim J, ANZ J Surg 2003;73:567