Number Of Trampoline Accidents Has Decreased From 2002
Tuesday, March 9th, 2010
Before getting a trampoline there are many things you need to think about. The first thing that comes to mind is the safety of the outdoor trampolines. SAfety of the trampolines are definitely something to think about if it being used by children and the second thing to think about is the size of the trampolines. What size trampoline should I get and would it cover the entire garden?
Safety of a trampoline
The safety of the trampolines seems have to improved from 2002 to 2009. In 2002 there was 11,500 hospital visits due to trampoline accidents and in 2009 it has significantly cut down to 3,000. The Uk trampoline industries are now looking for more safety ideas to decrease the total accidents of 2009 to the very minimal. The research also shows that most of these accidents have occured at home other than the gym or sports hall.
When buying a trampoline, what should you look for
Always buy a trampoline which has safety nets and pads, which completely covers the frames, springs and hooks. Most trampoline accidents occur on children because they do not have the strenght to balance and control the jumps on the trampolines hance the result will be landing on rough surfaces. The safety pads should protect your children unbalanced fall.
Where to you keep the trampoline?
To be honest there several sizes of trampolines you can choose to buy from, obviously depending on the size of your garden or space where you want to use the trampoline. There are 8ft trampolines to 14ft trampolines you can buy from. If you do not have a garden as you might live in a flat then you may want to go for mini trampolines or rebounders. Rebounders are used for exercise and fitness programs and on top of that you will be able to use this in your garage or your room. You will also be able to carry it away on holiday if you don’t want to lose your fitness regime.
Children and trampoline definitely is a risky combination but to be honest if you keep an eye on your children while using the trampolines, a lot of accidents which occur can be stopped.
