In a recent 10-year timespan, 147 children (14 years or younger) died from playground-related injuries: 82 strangulations and 31 falls. While most playground injuries occur on public …

This infographic breaks down playground-related injuries by hazard, diagnosis, equipment, and age and sex. Additional resources on playground safety can be found in the text below.

On this week’s On Call for All Kids, Drew Warnick, M.D., a pediatric orthopaedic surgeon at Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, discusses playground injuries.

Even on safe, age-appropriate playgrounds, adult guidance and supervision is the best way to prevent injuries. In fact, researchers say lack of supervision is linked with nearly half of …

Nearly 80% of playground injuries are caused by falls. Watch out for these potential hazards when taking kids to the playground, and report any hazards observed.

Aug 24, 2023 · Injuries are common when children run wild on swings, slides and other playground equipment. Learn how to manage the boo-boos with these 12 first aid tips.

Playgrounds are a great place for children to exercise and develop new skills. Unfortunately, more than 213,000 children are treated in emergency departments in the U.S. for playground-related …

Learn playground safety tips to prevent common injuries in children with expert guidance from CityMD

RoSPA offers guidance on preventing and managing playground accidents, with tips to reduce risks, ensure safety, and respond effectively when needed.

Apr 20, 2024 · In this article, we’ll delve into the 7 most common playground injuries that can happen when children are at play. More importantly, we’ll provide practical tips on how you …